The Tale of a No-Name Squirrel

Squirrel is a slave, and when he receives an unexpected invitation to a wedding, he learns there is a way to become free. This sends Squirrel off on a quest to solve a series of clever riddles that will show him the way to freedom. Along the way, he learns truths about his parents and himself and finds not only freedom but friendship.

So many things make this a great read. First, it's a delightful story, with marvelous little riddles and fun surprises all along the way. Second, Squirrel and the other animal characters have lovely personalities with an unexpected mix of ancestries. And, third, the path to freedom takes several twists and turns you won't anticipate.