Rob Bidulph’s debut won a coveted prize, It delighted the ears, was a feast for the eyes. Success with Book One meant the pressure would ratchet: Can Book Two measure up? Will Grrrrr’s appeal match it? Meet Fred. He’s obsessed with his fine ‘Best Bear’ title. He works hard, but lost sight of things that are vital. And while he’s been honing his ‘Loudest Grrrrr’ din, He’s not seen that Boris just wants to fit in. Fred’s lucky you see, when he can’t find his growl Eugene is on hand (he’s a kind and wise owl). Who in turn has called on the helpful raccoon, Then binoculared fox… There’s a gang round him soon. A story of friendship – I won’t spoil the ending; It’s bold and it’s bright and its spine deserves bending. The rhyme is delightful, the message top drawer. So does Grrrrr measure up? Well, I like this book MORE!