A
flying squirrel and a self-described young cynic named Flora
Belle Buckman become fast friends after an unfortunate incident
involving a vacuum cleaner with remarkable suction. When the
out-of-control piece of advanced technology sucks up Ulysses,
the squirrel, it appears the little critter survives the ordeal
with only the loss of some hair.
Well, that’s
not totally correct. Ulysses seems to now be able to talk
and he has also discovered a strange passion for writing poetry.
Flora and her new furry friend form a partnership that will
take them into some precarious situations. Fortunately, the
squirrel’s remarkable skills and the fountain of knowledge
found in Flora’s three favorite books, (“Terrible
Things Can Happen to You!”, “The Criminal Element
Is Among Us” and “The Illuminated Adventures of
the Amazing Incandesto!) will enable this dynamic duo to overcome
all the challenges they encounter.
The supporting
cast of characters, including neighbors and Flora’s
parents, are as amusing and endearing as Flora and Ulysses
so this zany tale will generate plenty of laughter.
The format of the chapter book combines comic-style graphic
sequences and full page illustrations with the amusing narrative.
Kate DiCamillo has authored some award winning books like
“The Tale of Despereaux” and the Mary Watson series.
“Flora & Ulysses” will delight young readers
as much as these previous works did.
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