Welcome back to Mackinac Island, home of our favorite Mouse family. Join Father Mouse, Mother Mouse, Max and the twins as they take a break from work for a summer vacation at the historic Grand Hotel. In all of its splendor, the Grand Hotel provides a backdrop that guarantees many twists and turns as our little Mouse family navigates their way in a BIG world. Where will they sleep? What mischief will Max get into this time? Will the amazing hotel staff be able to provide lifelong memories for a family of mice? With vibrant illustrations that bring this "Squeak-quel" to life, A Mouse Tail on Mackinac Island II promises to be a GRAND addition to any child's library.
"Even as an adult, I would have loved to be a part of this vacation story. Every encounter and experience the mouse family shares at the Grand Hotel gives me a heartfelt smile. This kind, relatable tale about a family on Mackinac Island is one you will treasure, along with many of your own memories and adventures in this special place." --Marie E. Hulett, Manager/Curator of Wings of Mackinac Butterfly Conservatory, and shop owner.
"A Mouse Tail on Mackinac Island is an absolute delight - the charming mouse family characters brimming with personality bring this whimsical tale to life in the most magical way. This book is an heirloom treasure to cherish for years." --Marlee Brown, Mackinac Island resident, professional artist
"Mackinac Island's favorite miniature family travels near for a brand new story of adorable exploits. With whimsical writing and imaginative illustrations, A Mouse Tail on Mackinac II reminds us that life's grandest adventures are experienced alongside the ones we love." --Kate Dupre, local artist, and proprietor, Watercolor Cafe
"Tour Grand Hotel from a mouse's point of view--and get a new take on an old treasure. Kids will fall into Porter's intriguing storyline with its adventures and misadventures. Chambers' illustrations draw the viewer in. See if you can spot the Big Store shopping bag, toted by a day-tripper. Or some unobtrusive horse droppings... MouseTail II will be triggering Mackinac memories for a long time to come." --James J. Bogan, Jr., Author of Seven Wonders of Mackinac and Other Amazements, and once-upon-a-time lifeguard at the Esther Williams pool.
From Modern History Press