Babymouse: Puppy Love
by Jennifer L. & Matthew Holm

    BABYMOUSE: PUPPY LOVE by Jennifer L. & Matthew Holm
    Category:  Manga/Comics/Pop Fiction
    Age Recommendation:  Grades 6+
    Release Date:  12/26/07
    Publisher:  Random House
    Reviewed by:  Jennifer Wardrip, aka "The Genius"
    Rating:  5 Stars


    Babymouse is back, and she has a bit of a dilemma.  She really, really, really wants a dog.  Seeing as how her
    last pet-owning experiences haven't turned out so well, though, mom isn't having any of her pleas and begging.  
    Sure, you could feel sorry for Babymouse, but you have to admit that the belly-up goldfish, escaped hamster,
    runaway turtle, disappearing ferret (need I go on with the salamander, hermit crabs, Venus Flytraps, or sea
    monkeys?) have mom worried about her ability to take care of a dog.

    But Babymouse, being Babymouse, has big plans for this dog that she'll have, which will include proper care,
    feeding, walking, and grooming.  Perhaps a dog show.  When she finds a stray dog without a collar, it's love at
    first sight!  Even though the dog doesn't like any of the names she picks out for it and can't seem to behave for
    even a minute, Babymouse just knows this mouse-dog relationship is meant to be.

    Or is it?

    As always, this eighth adventure starring Babymouse is another winner.  You can't help but love her, even when
    her schemes go wrong, or her hilarious daydreams take a turn for the worse.  Sister/brother team Jennifer L. and
    Matthew Holm have got Babymouse down to a science, and I for one can't wait to see what she comes up with
    next!