this book teeters between adventure, stark sadness, and daring, "almost-got-caught" moments that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.Although Jars of Hope is a dark and tragic picture book, Ms. Roy's prose shines with the ultimate triumph of good over evil. Artist Meg Owenson's illustrations are detailed and precise, and her talent is not hidden despite the fact that the colors must, by necessity, be much darker than those shared in the typical picture book.