"Benjamin Bunny" however lacked the vitality of her previous efforts because it was made to order rather than allowed to flower from a picture letter to real children in the manner of "Peter Rabbit" and "Squirrel Nutkin".The weak story line of "Benjamin Bunny" is evidence of her dwindling interest in continuing the Peter Rabbit saga, but the book displays a delight in place, a deep understanding of rabbit anatomy and behaviour, and beautifully miniaturized illustrations of vegetable gardens.