The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail


The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail is a 2013 children's novel written by Richard Peck and illustrated Kelly Murphy. The book is set in the same universe as Secrets at Sea. The novel is suitable as reading for grades four through six.
Set in Victorian England, the story features a mouse who tries to discover his origins by asking Queen Victoria.
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Plot

A mouse in London in search of information about his identity ends up at Windsor Castle.

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Reception

Critical reception for The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail was positive. Commonsensemedia rated the book highly, stating that "In-jokes and historical tidbits will delight older kids and give reading-aloud adults the giggles."

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