The Underground Toy Society Saves Peggy by Jessica D. Adams DIY Mom Book Review

Janice was a little girl who desperately wanted a baby doll for Christmas, so she asked Santa for one in her Dear Santa letter. Janice is thrilled when she receives her new baby doll, Peggy, under the Christmas tree. Janice and Peggy are inseparable as Janice is growing up. But, as is often the case with children and their toys, Peggy is set aside in favor of other interests and activities, until one day when she’s inadvertently left behind.

The Underground Toy Society Saves Peggy is a sweet story of a little girl and her beloved baby doll, told from the doll’s perspective. It’s clear that the author is relating the story of her own life and her mother's doll Peggy, and the love shines through beautifully. How wonderful that she has these loving memories of her dear mother and is willing to share them with readers.

I LOVED the illustrations in this book. They’re adorable drawings, created by the author’s two daughters (I’m assuming, from what's included on the book description page). What a lovely way to get the entire family involved in this labor of love. There’s even a photo of the famous Peggy at the end of the book and the cover is Janice and Peggy sitting happily together. 

This is the second book I’ve read by Jessica Adams and I have to say she has quite a creative imagination. Her stories are thoughtful, sweet and endearing. I'll definitely read more from this author!

5 of 5 Stars, Review by Susan Barton, DIY Mom Blog

Review of Children's Book "Meeting Grandmom" by Jessica D. Adams

I have another children's book recommendation and this one is from Indie author Jessica D. Adams. Jessica is an occupational therapist, with two daughters. She writes children's books in her spare time. Her Underground Toy Society series includes seven installments. Meeting Grandmom is a standalone book that I can highly recommend to readers. Below is my book review.

Janiece and Janelle never met their maternal grandmother because she passed away when their mom, Jessica, was still a girl herself. One stormy night, when the girls are playing in their mother’s bedroom, they’re suddenly transported to another place and time. Although scared, the girls hold hands and venture forward on an adventure they’d never forget.

What a sweet, charming and emotionally charged book this is. It’s a lovely tribute to the author’s daughters and to her mother. I loved the imaginative way the author presented the story and showed the care and tenderness among the book’s characters. I can highly recommend this book!

5 of 5 Stars, Review by Susan Barton, DIY Mom Blog