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177 pp.
| Dutton |
October, 2006 |
TradeISBN 0-525-47728-4$16.99
(3)
4-6
Both Alex and his cat Pete (The Stranger Next Door, Spy Cat) narrate this thriller (with Pete's snarky contributions in italics). After rescuing an illegally trapped pig, Alex and his friends are determined to protect it. But then the pig's owner kidnaps Pete and threatens to kill him. Kehret's unusual narrative team and the story's expert pacing contribute to a satisfying read.