February 1, 2006
Gr 1-3 -In this sequel to "The Three Javelinas" (Rising Moon, 1992), Josefina dreams of being a ballerina, so she sets off for Pasadena (right next to Hollywood!). At the talent agency, she meets White E. Lamb who, it turns out, is a coyote. During the ensuing chase, she impresses everyone with her fancy footwork and she is famous, starring as the Sugar Plum Hairy in the "Nutcracker". The art is delightfully clever, and the cartoon animals are funny. However, the text is sophisticated and filled with swine and pig puns and tongue-in-cheek references to famous Hollywood actors and performers, such as Frank Swineatra and Hairilyn Monroe, that will be lost on a young audience." -Polly L. Kotarba, Gordon Elementary School Library, Bellaire, TX"
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January 1, 2006
Pursuing her dream of becoming a stellar prima ballerina, Josefina moves from the desert to Pasadena, where a talent agent (a coyote in lamb's clothing) chases her through a big parade and her fanciful moves lead to national television exposure. Though she becomes famous, Josefina misses home. The dynamic cartoon illustrations are more successful than the overwritten, unsatisfying story.
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