Tom, Babette, & Simon: Three Tales of Transformation

Avi. HarperTrophy, $4.95 (112pp) ISBN 978-0-380-72770-4

Familiar archetypes combine with unexpected plot twists (e.g., a boy trades places with his cat, a fortune hunter regrets his granted wish) in these offbeat fairy tales. In a starred review, PW called them ""sharply ironic and full of wit."" Ages 8-12. (Aug.)

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