Diverse Books
This standout of both craft and theme is recommended for high school and public libraries.
Issues of sibling fighting and the challenges of creating a harmonious blended family are set against a Hollywood-esque Parisian background.
The plot will appeal to readers, but lack of exploration into deeper issues limits this to larger collections.
An absorbing read for mature teens, ready to face the ugly truth of scapegoating to maintain social cohesion, however broken.
Young children will be drawn to the artwork and concept, but the text might make this better suited for one-on-one reading with a parent or for slightly older readers who can't get enough saccharine animal stories.
This crafty and pleasing story exploring the explanation behind a cat's tail will charm readers and is a great addition to any picture book section.
For readers who enjoy "Big Nate" (HarperCollins), "Bone" (Image Comics), "Jedi Academy" (Scholastic), and "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" (Abrams), this series is a must-have next read.
Despite some interesting features, in the wake of more recent and devastating disasters, particularly Hurricane Katrina, this offering could be a difficult sell.
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