ROTTEN RALPH FEELS ROTTEN

Incorrigible Ralph the cat is back! This time it's delectable trash foods, such as blue cheesecake, squishy squid, and furry chicken, that attract him--and give him an upset stomach. Not even his owner, Sarah, can coax him into better eating habits, so it's off to the vet for Ralph. What will the vet's tests reveal, and how will the overnight stay affect Ralph's recovery? No one knows Rotten Ralph better than Jack Gantos. In his narration he brings the subtle understanding of the creator to his characters, expertly depicting the loyalty of young pet owner Sarah and the rapscallion personality of the well-loved feline. Gantos's pacing is even, and his voice distinctive. Sound effects heighten the humor of the adventure. A.R. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine [Published: APR/ MAY 08]