– Fans of Chester will like this sequel. Chester the cat again takes over the telling of the story interrupting the author by re-writing and drawing with his red marker. The use of color and font to indicate the speakers adds clarity to this story-within-the-story where Chester is determined to be the star with surprising and hilarious results. The little gray mouse is back as is the humor and silliness of the first book. Elementary children will enjoy the original story which could also be used to teach writing, characterization and voice. I was a big fan of the first Chester book. This sequel keeps the merriment and fun of the first book, and again showcases Chester defying his owner and trying to create HIS book. In this book, Chester refuses to allow Melanie to write a book putting him in a jester costume in the Middle Ages. He uses a variety of tactics to ruin her efforts, including wearing the wrong costumes and scribbling all over the pages with his red marker. But Melanie may just find a clever replacement for Chester and not allow him to gain the upper hand. Maybe.What a delight to have a second book that lives up to the first. Just as she did in her Scaredy Squirrel series, Watt has created a successful sequel to a wonderful book. Watt has kept the same feel as the first book and the tone is just right. Children will once again revel in Chester refusing to cooperate with plans.A great book to share with a group of children. Make sure you have your Chester voice set to go, full of cat outrage. Ideal for ages 5-7.
These books are very interacting books.... not sure I got it the first time but the kids like it.
—Debbie
Almost as cute as the first one--and I love the Chester substitutes!
—pneale
cute, I think my preschool friend will appreciate this one.
—kathy
Original and funny! Thanks for sharing, Lisa!
—123
