The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo
Summary: The story of a Despereaux, an extraordinary mouse, Roscuro, a rat who craves the light, and Miggory Sow, a dim-witted girl who wants nothing more than to be princess.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Comments: This is one of my very favorite books. I read it a few years ago, and recently reread it for book club. The story is so simple--taking place in a castle where mice and rats usually stay hidden. Despereaux is banished to the dungeon because he is not like other mice. He loves to read and has fallen in love with the princess. Roscuro is plotting against the princess, broken hearted after being blamed for the queen's death. And Miggory Sow just wants to be loved, and thinks being a princess will make her happy. The stories of these three unusual characters collide, creating a story full of meaning. The themes of forgiveness, choosing light over darkness, and love are all present, meaning the book can be read, and loved, on many levels. I love this book! Read it!
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