Pam Conrad
1 A charming book with a deeper message
This story is a delight for both parents and children. The artwork is cheerful and amusing, the tale rolls along with just the right balance of suspense and repetition, and the ending is very satisfying. What really makes this book special, though, is the rich and tender message that shines through the story. It is a story of loyalty and compassion, of pride and its fall, and of growing and learning through disappointment. I have added this book to my personal 'storytelling library.'
