“Budding maestros will enjoy this dramatic tale.” (Kirkus Reviews) Read the review.>
“Winter’s jaunty text…. Egielski’s vibrantly colored illustrations…. A collaboration as smooth and entertaining as any of Gilbert and Sullivan’s.” (Horn Book)
“Winter tells it with an engaging combination of heartiness and ornate Victorian charm…. A rollicking introduction.” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)
“A class act.” (School Library Journal)
“Like Gilbert & Sullivan audiences through the ages, young readers will shout: Bravo! Bravissimo!! WELL DONE!!!” (Parents’ Choice)
An interview with Linda Wertheimer on NPR’s “Morning Edition,” originally aired on August 12th, 2009: Listen to the interview.>
