Book: What Happened To Grandpa
Author: Nandini Nayar
Illustrator: Aditi Anand
Genre: Children’s Picture Book
Publisher: Puffin Books
Pages: 36
What Happened To Grandpa by Nandini Nayar, illustrated by Aditi Anand is a heartwarming picture book that shows us the story of our little protagonist Neha and his Grandpa. Grandpa is old, of course, and he is not able to keep up with names, words, places and even faces, and his family seems to be losing him, but not Neha. She is the one who reminds them of all her Grandpa is, through her own ways. In this tale of love and loss, will his family be able to remember Grandpa and celebrate him?
Through very few words, and some gorgeous illustrations by Aditi Anand—that can give nostalgia to anyone about their school art and craft class, this story is something that not only bridges the remnants of remembrance, but also acts as a conversation starter for so many things.
This book heals some deep wounds, for me personally, from not being able to spend time with grandparents much and losing them, and all that’s left behind are stories, stories of love, fun, belonging, comfort and loss. And thus, this book is something that feels personal. Although very different, it is still personal. And thus, I feel that this book is a perfect read for someone for whom their loved ones have stayed through stories, as they are still with us through them.
Without telling you in detail about the book, as it’s already a short one, I highly recommend this. Although a children’s book, it is something that will resonate with everyone and can make anyone emotional. A must-read book.
Rating: 5/5
I was provided a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
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Jainand Gurjar 
Nice work. Now, your review makes me read the whole book. Great job!!
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Now your reviews are encouraging me to read Children’s illustration books and bring back a lot of childhood memories, especially the ones with my grandparents.
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