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266 pp.
| HarperCollins
| February, 2012
|
TradeISBN 978-0-06-172987-4$16.99
(4)
4-6
Because of his birthmark, bookish Walker is declared a Chosen One by the aged king of the underground city of Nebula. Along with his not-a-girlfriend Frankie and disgraced Nebula prince Eddie, Walker reluctantly finds himself fighting the dark power threatening the city. Despite minimal character development and familiar story lines, there's some good action and commentary on willful ignorance.
(3)
4-6
Illustrated by
Omar Rayyan.
In Waggit's third tale, park clean-up and improvements force the white dog and his friends to leave their home. Relying on city-smart canine friends beyond the park gates, they travel at night through dark alleys while parked cars and soggy appliance boxes shield them from the eyes of Uprights (humans). Fans of the first two books will enjoy Waggit's continuing adventures.
292 pp.
| HarperCollins
| May, 2009
|
TradeISBN 978-0-06-124264-9$16.99
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LibraryISBN 978-0-06-124265-6$17.89
(3)
4-6
Illustrated by
Omar Rayyan.
This sequel to Waggit's Tale follows the white dog's escape from a country farm. An Upright (human) with a gift for understanding Dog helps Waggit in his quest to find his old gang in Central Park; conflict between two groups leads to a sad moment. This otherwise fairly tame adventure will appeal to young Uprights who love pups.
(3)
4-6
Illustrated by
Omar Rayyan.
Abandoned pup Waggit finds a family with other strays, each of whom has a distinctive voice. Scrounging for food and keeping away from the Uprights (humans) who want to carry them off to the Great Unknown (the dog pound), they hide in a city park and try to avoid an enemy pack. Dog fans will enjoy this tame adventure.