Publisher's Synopsis
Petopia, by the author ofGuinea Dog, is the first in a funny middle-grade series just right for kids who love pets and humor. Add a little touch of magic and you have all the ingredients to appeal to animal-loving readers who enjoy Bruce Coville, James Howe, and Louis Sachar.
Iowa Diamond, a quiet middle-school girl, wishes she had siblings. Her grandmother decides that she needs a sweet, soft, fuzzy, quiet pet to cheer her up. A bunny is the perfect choice! Fluffy. Not demanding. Not intrusive. Quiet. So how did they end up with a bunny that talks like a parrot? That is Talkative. Chatty. That will get you in trouble? Because Petopia, the magic pet shop, knows exactly what you really need.
Reviews of Patrick Jennings's books:
"...playful, quick-paced tale...leaves readers begging for another."--Kirkus ReviewsonGuinea Dog 2
"Short, manageable chapters; a breezy, conversational style...make this a good choice."--BooklistonGuinea Dog
"An amusing, fast paced tale....Humorous, enjoyable..."--Kirkus ReviewsonMy Homework Ate My Homework
*"...a warm and funny tale..."--Publishers Weekly, starred review, onOdd, Weird & Little
"...short chapters, with plenty of humorous dialogue and descriptions, keep the story moving at a quick pace."--School Library JournalonLucky Cap
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