C. R. Mudgeon

Written by Leslie Muir · Illustrated by Julian Hector

A hedgehog's orderly life is upended by a lively new neighbor.

3.8 Goodreads · 244 ratings

30 pages· 917 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· ~350L

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Bookroo's summary

C.R. Mudgeon, a hedgehog who craves predictability, faces chaos when Paprika, a vibrant squirrel, moves in next door. Overwhelmed by her lively presence, C.R. struggles with the noise and excitement. Yet, when Paprika needs a moment of calm, C.R. finds himself offering unexpected help. Could this be the start of a spicy new friendship? Discover how a little change can bring joy and dance into even the grumpiest of lives.

From the publisher

A set-in-his-ways hedgehog gets a new worldview–and a new friend along the way. C.R. Mudgeon, a sensible hedgehog, likes knowing just what to expect. Always. No surprises, no excitement. So when a noisy new neighbor, Paprika the squirrel, arrives, C.R. Mudgeon is even less cheerful than normal. The sights! The sounds! The peppery, fiery smells! Everything about Paprika is just too much to handle, and C.R. is aching, sneezing, and seeing spots. But everyone needs quiet sometimes, and when that time comes, C.R. Mudgeon will have just the thing for a new friend in need. And as for himself, he may even discover that a little spice is just what the doctor ordered! Nuanced, joyful humor permeates the pages of this heartwarming picture book that will make even the littlest, grumpiest curmudgeons want to jump up and dance!

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