The Outlaw Varjak Paw
Grade 5-7–This sequel toVarjak Paw(Random, 2003) continues the story of a cat with ninjalike powers taught to him by an ancestor while he dreams. Varjak is now living in the city with his feline friends, Holly and Tam, and canine friend, Cludge. Evil Sally Bones is starting to invade the neutral places in the city with her clan of cat warriors. She is more adept at using the Seven Skills than Varjak and can see into his mind at times. He wishes to lead a peaceful life, but he is drawn into the fight against Sally Bones when she takes a kitten hostage. Like the first book, this one continues with the wisdom and learning of Eastern philosophy. It is fast paced with vivid battle scenes that make it impossible to put down. The society that Said has created with his warrior cats is both realistic and fantastic. The unique combination of animal tale and martial arts is a winning one.–Tasha Saecker, Caestecker Public Library, Green Lake, WICopyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.