The Horn Book Guide

INTERMEDIATE FICTION

Kelly, Jacqueline

The Curious World of Calpurnia Tate

312 pp. | Holt | July, 2015 | Trade ISBN 978-0-8050-9744-3 $16.99 | Ebook ISBN 978-1-62779-511-1

(2) 4-6 This episodic Evolution of Calpurnia Tate sequel follows nascent scientist Callie's thirteenth year. When the September 1900 Galveston hurricane brings refugees, including a veterinarian, to town, Callie discovers her vocation. But, says Dr. Pritzker, the work is "too much for a lady," and Callie's parents can't imagine sending a mere girl to veterinary college. Callie's determination to fulfill her ambition is believable and cheer-worthy.

Reviewer: Martha V. Parravano | Horn Book Magazine Issue: July, 2015