'delightfully charming picture book'
- NI4Kids Magazine
'pretty picturebook ... Treacy creates memorable visual imagery of distinctive Irish landmarks, but she pays special care to her characterisation of Barney, with his easily spotted red bobble hat. The circular structure makes for a comforting final double-page spread, which will have young readers hankering for Irish adventures of their own'
- Irish Times
'just might help keep your young children (or grandchildren) happy'
- The Avondhu
'In this bright, colourful adventure, we follow a young barnacle goose on his trek up the coast of Irelands' Wild Atlantic Way. Written with an easy-to-read, but none the less exciting text, even the youngest reader learns a lot about the geography and wildlife of the area and the behaviour and annual migration pattern of geese. But there's more! Woven in is a sweet story of friendship; making new friends and remembering the old; and kindness. We feel a sense of companionship with Barney, presented as a funny, interesting character. Little touches such as the red knitted hat he wears along his way give him an almost human appeal (and makes him easy to spot, for sure.) The welcome he receives as he meets up (finally) with a flock of like-minded geese is heartwarming. With its' bold palette, beautiful, expressive pictures, and contemporary design, we are given a glimpse of a natural world filled with wonder. A wonderful story, warm and adventurous; this is a book filled with delight'
- Fallen Star Stories
'a charming and attractive picturebook giving lots of clever nods to tourist attractions along the Wild Atlantic Way ... the illustrations capture the blues, greens and greys of the Irish landscape beautifully'
- Irish Independent
'elegantly-illustrated exploration of the wildlife of the Wild Atlantic Way, from Kilkenny's Carol Ann Treacy, will be a likely hit both at home and with visitors to Ireland'
- Evening Echo
'This wet and windy journey follows the playful Barney and his red knitted hat on a trip to see the great flora and fauna of the Wild Atlantic Way. Carol Ann Treacy's flair for maximalist illustration packs every page with landmarks, animals and imagery that fully immerses the reader in every spread. This book will transport the reader to the west coast and is perfect for curious young explorers'
- Children's Books Ireland
'Will be enjoyed by the very young'
- Irish Independent