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Mousetronaut: Based on a (Partially) True Story by Mark Edward Kelly

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There are two thoughts I figure one could have when seeing the cover of Mousetronaut: Based on a (Partially) True Story by Mark Edward Kelly:     One: OMG that is the cutest thing ever     Two: OMG What is that? C.F. Payne’s illustrations are classical them and it shows on said cover. And you love it or hate it. Feeling of if you like or dislike mice and/or if you like or dislike stories about mice will also affect your feelings on this cover. I […]

Mirabel’s Valentines are missing, but don’t miss this tail…

Mirabel's Missing Valentines by Janet Lawler

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This review will have a few spoilers. Best part of Valentine’s Day is the chocolate. And the books. In that order. (Priorities my friends; priorities.) If you are looking for an alternative to giving your sweetheart, child or classroom candy for this day, you can try this new story. This is an adorable book. Mirabel’s Missing Valentines is a sweet new story about friendship love, trying and doing your best. Mirabel is a sweet character. Not only is she a mouse, but a very traditional […]

Ants are not the only uninvited guest here!

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The cat-and-mouse game has a new twist with best friends Oliver and Philbert. They are the main characters in Picnic with Oliver (a companion sequel to Tea with Oliver). They are two unusual best friends who go out on a picnic, despite that it looks like it might rain. This, of course, means trouble for our friends. Mika Song creates a lovely story of friendship, adventure and adaptability. While having read the first book might have filled in a few “holes in the story” this […]

Commander in Cheese

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Last year I picked up a little book called Commander in Cheese: The Big Move by Lindsey Leavitt. Something tells me she might have been a Hilary fan as the President that is the big cheese in this book is a woman.  The Big Move is the story of two siblings (a brother and sister mouse named Ava and Dean Squeakerton) who have the run of the White House. When the new human president is elected, they have the adventure of a life time trying […]



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