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A review by tabbysassy
The Cricket in Times Square by George Selden
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
The idea of a book about a cricket, mouse, and cat befriending one another in the Times Square subway system seems like it was made for me. Can’t say I was a fan of the depiction of the Chinese characters, but the story’s heart carried me through.
Graphic: Cultural appropriation