Boris Karlov’s books, as he himself says, are “children’s books written for adults.” The dwarf Karlusha is a modern “successor” to Nosov’s Nestenka (Dunno). Adults who were captivated as children by Nikolai Nosov’s works will be pleasantly surprised by reading or listening to the duology about Karlusha, composed of two novels: “Karlusha on the Island of the Blue Star” and “Karlusha on the Moon.” The heroes of the novels—cheerful little dwarfs—find themselves again and again in completely unbelievable situations, tangled stories, and all kinds of adventures. Getting acquainted with this duology is a wonderful chance to recharge your healthy optimism and good mood!