At the Ragtag Hotel: The Elevator Ride

At the Ragtag Hotel, Dallas Dingo is an elevator operator. Yes, fancy hotels have such positions. This hotel is definitely one of those fancy places. You’ll see why once you meet their usual clientele. On a sweltering day, Dallas Dingo had a bizarre encounter. Each of the six people on the elevator was going to the 14th floor. What was there on the floor?

We picked this book because of its charming animal theme and the delightful, colorful illustrations that practically leaped off the page. Children will enjoy this simple, mysterious story, filled with playful intrigue and exotic creatures they have likely never encountered. The stunning illustrations will captivate readers; the rich detail and dynamic compositions will ignite imaginations.

The charming, colorful style of Anastasiya Halionka’s illustrations perfectly complements Freya Novak’s characters in ‘At the Ragtag Hotel: The Elevator Ride’, creating a delightful visual treat.

Originally published: 2025

Author: Freya Novak

Illustrations: Anastasiya Halionka

Age recommendation: 4+

Pages: 24

Rating basis (of 5.0): Story (3.5), Characters (4.5), Writing Style (3.5), Illustrations (5.0), Cover (5.0) & Ease (3.5)

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