I notice books like The Abominable Snow Dancer fast because I am always looking for energy, clarity, and some actual delight, not hollow loudness.
When a book in this category works, it feels intentional from page one. That is the bar I would bring to this one too.
If it lands, this is the sort of book I would talk about with my whole chest instead of a careful little disclaimer. Penguin Young Readers Group has it listed for 04-Nov-2025.