Reviews

The Horn Book:

“. . . The ornery porcupine's transformation from cranky—‘Phooey on all children with a squashed boll weevil on top’—to caring unfolds naturally. When . . . the kits’ errant father appears and tells Ereth to leave, his overwhelming sadness, barely masked by anger, is poignantly realistic . . . Well-developed suspense, humor, and vivid characterization make this installment a satisfying and touching continuation of the series.”

Awards and Honors

Parent's Guide, Outstanding Achievement, 2000
Children’s Choice nominee, Texas
Children’s Choice nominee, Nebraska
Children’s Choice nominee, Georgia
Children’s Choice nominee, Vermont
Children’s Choice nominee, Missouri
Children’s Choice nominee, Tennessee
Children’s Choice nominee, Louisiana