THE TALE OF DESPEREAUX

A heartwarming young adventure story, winner of the prestigious Newbery Medal. A deftly crafted fairy‑tale adventure from a New York Times bestselling author, twice winner of the Newbery Medal. Here, reader, is the tale of a tiny, sickly mouse with unusually large ears—a mouse who takes his fate into his own hands. It is the tale of a beautiful, flaxen‑haired princess who laughs often and makes everything around her seem brighter. It is the tale of a poor, deaf serving girl who entertains foolish dreams of splendor. It is a tale of impossible love, bravery, and old‑fashioned courage. And, reader, it is a tale of treachery—unlimited treachery…

Awards:
– Newbery Medal (winner, twice)