The Mouse with the Question Mark Tail

Written by Richard Peck

Book #2 in the Secrets at Sea series

An orphaned mouse seeks his identity in a royal adventure.

3.6 Goodreads · 2,252 ratings

256 pages· 28,254 words· Est. 4 hour read· 680L

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Bookroo's summary

An orphaned mouse, the smallest in the Royal Mews, embarks on a daring quest through Buckingham Palace. With no name or past, he hopes Queen Victoria holds the key to his identity. As he navigates strange and wondrous places, will he uncover the truth about who he is? Join this tiny adventurer on a journey filled with surprises and laughter, where every twist could lead to self-discovery or further mystery. Can he find his place in the world, or will the secrets of his past remain hidden?

From the publisher

Set off on an amazing quest with this lovable orphaned mouse. The tiniest mouse in the Royal Mews is such a mystery he doesn’t even know his own name! He scampers off on a epic adventure in and around Buckingham Palace with a plan to seek the advice of Queen Victoria. The exhilarating journey takes him to strange and wonderful places, but will it help him discover who he is and where he came from? This delightful follow-up to the acclaimed Secrets at Sea from Newbery Medal winner Richard Peck is full of laughs, surprises and excitement. “This clever yarn should delight fans of animal adventure stories.” –Booklist, starred review “Readers will gleefully suspend disbelief as they trace Mouse Minor’s exciting journey.” –Publishers Weekly, starred review