<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>A rat must solve the case of a missing iguana with the help of a secret society of classroom pets. Illustrated by <i>New York Times</i> best-seller Brian Lies!<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>When Malcolm the rat arrives as the pet at McKenna School, he revels in the attention. He also meets the Midnight Academy, a secret society of classroom pets that keeps the nutters (kids) safe. There's just one problem: Rats have a terrible reputation! So when the Academy's iguana leader is kidnapped, Malcolm must prove his innocence--and show that even rats can be good guys. Illustrated by Brian Lies of <i>Bats at the Beach</i>, this engaging middle grade novel will have readers rooting for Malcolm as they try to solve the mystery alongside him.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>A rip-roaring tale; even rodent haters will have to like Malcolm.--<i>Kirkus</i> <p/>Escapades, humor, and romance weave together in this madcap elementary school adventure . . . A first-rate debut.--<i>Publishers Weekly</i> <p/>This creature-feature leavens spookiness with healthy doses of whimsy.--<i>Booklist<br></i><br>Malcolm is thoroughly likable . . . a good choice for younger students who are reading above grade level yet aren't quite ready for heavier emotional or thematic content.--<i>School Library Journal</i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>W. H. Beck</b> is a children's book author and librarian. She lives in Wisconsin with her family. Visit her at www.whbeck.com. <p/><b>Brian Lies</b> is the award-winning creator of the <i>New York Times</i> bestseller <i>Bats at the Beach</i>. He lives on the South Shore of Massachusetts with his family. Visit him at www.brianlies.com.</p>