The Last Rabbit is a heartwarming and magical middle grade novel steeped in Celtic folklore about the importance of family, sisterhood, and forgiveness. After their parents died, Albie and her sisters ended up on the lost, magical island of Hybrasil as rabbits in the care of an old magician. But the island is sinking and Albie's sisters have all sailed away one by one of the Boy's boat and left Albie on the island to find their destinies. The Boy is back and offers to help Albie find her destiny and become a human girl again, but Albie just wants to stay on the island with her vegetables and the magician. In order to save the island Albie must leave and search out her sisters, but this may take more courage than she thinks.

I loved this book so much. It was a perfect mix of heartwarming lessons and humor in a magical, atmospheric setting. The illustrations are mimalistic, so beautiful, and I think they capture the spirit of the story so well! For me The Last Rabbit transcends age and has something for everyone at every age, and the "lessons" are without judgement, handled softly, and honestly really applicable to everyone, not just middle graders. I will definitely be buying this book to have on my shelf and for my sister. 5 stars, highly recommend.

Thanks to Netgalley and to Random House and Wendy Lamb Books for a free review copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions and ratings are my own.