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Kate DiCamillo
Kate DiCamillo is the author of the Newbery Medal-winning The Tale of Despereaux. She writes wonderful stories for young readers, often with a touch of magic and adventure.
Flora and Ulysses
- Pages
- 240
- Published
- 2013
- Language
- English
Synopsis
Flora, a cynical squirrel, finds an unlikely friendship with a lonely girl named Ulysses. Together, they navigate the everyday absurdities of life, discovering that even the most ordinary moments can become extraordinary adventures. This heartwarming story celebrates the power of connection and the magic found in unexpected places.
Genres
Characters
FloraProtagonist
Flora Belle BuckmanProtagonist
A cynical, comic-book-loving girl who befriends a squirrel and helps him navigate his newfound abilities.
UlyssesSupporting
A squirrel with an unusual name (after the vacuum cleaner that ran over him) who develops extraordinary powers after being struck by it, including speech and writing poetry.