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The Den That Octopus Built is written in short, rhyming verse, with the pattern, again, being a nod to The House That Jack Built, without the heavy repetition of that classic.

Readers of all ages gain insight into this intelligent creature, how their den supports them from one generation to the next, and both the beauty and danger in an Octopus's world.

The illustrations done by Hunter are ink and colored pencil on tinted paper, that are reminiscent of classic picture story books, but are still scientifically detailed and accurate.

The backmatter includes a glossary, fun octopus facts, and an authors note providing information on the exact octopus species she chose for this gentle ode to an extraordinary creature.

The repetitive structure makes for a satisfying read aloud, perfect for story time in any setting. I would recommend this book to octopus fans of any age.