Middle Grade Monday: The Curious World of Calpurnia Tate
By the way, I love this cover: Title: The Curious World of Calpurnia Tate Author: Jacqueline Kelly Publisher: Henry Holt & Co, 2015. 315 pages (hardback) Publisher’s Blurb: Callie’s younger brother Travis keeps bringing home strays. And Callie has her hands full keeping the animals—Travis included—away from her mother’s critical eye. When a storm blows change into town in the form of a visiting veterinarian, Callie discovers a life and a vocation she desperately wants. But with societal expectations as they are, she will need all her wits and courage to realize her dreams. Whether it’s wrangling a rogue armadillo or stray dog, a guileless younger brother or standoffish cousin, the trials and tribulations of Callie Vee will have readers cheering for this most endearing heroine. My Review: As a sequel to a Newbery nominee and winner of multiple awards (see review) , this book had quite a bit to live up to. To my mind, it did it, though it left me looking for another sequel, which