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Reviewed by Vernita Naylor for Readers' Favorite
What’s that smell? It smells like rotten meat. Parallax by Paul Williams is a children’s adventure book that features the Animal Police (AP) Unit: Danny sees himself as the Clark Kent alter ego of Superman; Jennifer is the defender of truth; and Gustave is the brains behind the vision. The job of the AP Unit is to defend the animals and insects, from a kangaroo and a fox to an ant. How could anyone eat meat? Danny asks. There are times that someone eating a steak is reported to the AP Unit. The AP Unit’s job is to protect and record all cruelty and injustices to these creatures. The AP Unit is always on the job. Whenever a report comes in, they are on the scene, writing up reports and taking photos. The AP Unit envisions a world of peace and justice for all. The AP was truly making a difference until one day everything changed.
Parallax is a great children’s story because it’s not only about adventure; it's about justice. It’s about righting the wrongs. Children learn by example. What children see, hear or read translates into their minds and transforms into change. As the AP Unit is going about their day, there are three baddies - Hank, Barry and Arthur - wreaking havoc all around them. Isn’t life just like that? There are always a few that just stir up the pot so much that it makes it hard to focus. If you have a child that loves a great adventure, get them a copy of Parallax by Paul Williams.
