The Sands of Time by Michael Hoeye

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This charming book is the sequel to the equally charming Time Stops for No Mouse. Hermux Tantamoq, the watchmaking mouse, is delighted to attend a new exhibit of paintings by his friend Mirrin the artist. However, the hue and cry is raised when Mirrin's paintings turn out to feature CATS! Is it art? Is it obscene? Are cats a myth, or were they truly a part of history? This question will lead Hermux and his friends on a grand adventure.

Hoeye skillfully weaves adult themes - "mixed" marriage, the meaning of art, the meaning of history, superficial people - into this book. It would be great for older children and adult readers who like childrens literature. Three stars.