by Kate DiCamillo Edward Tulane is a very handsome china rabbit, but Edward knows that he is very handsome - which is not good for the soul. Ten-year-old Abilene is Edward's mistress who loves him very much and Edward knows that too, but doesn't think much of it. Shortly after Abilene's eleventh birthday, disaster strikes. On an ocean voyage, Edward is accidently thrown overboard by some very rude little boys, and so Edward's miraculous journey begins. Before his journey ends, Edward will have seen pain and sorrow and injustice, but also great love. He will have acquired many different names, changed clothes numerous times, and seen all sorts of different places, but most importantly Edward himself will find he has changed in ways he didn't even think possible. Join Edward on his journey and you may find yourself changed as well.
Recommended for grades 4-8
Reviewed by Jennifer Baker



