School Library Journal Review: K-Gr 3-Mitzi is a creepy little kid who flies around on a broomstick, has creepy relatives, and likes creepy things. Naturally, when it is time for a pet, only the creepiest will do. She gets a toad, but he does nothing but eat bugs all day. He is exchanged for two bats, but all they did "was hang around with each other." The lady at the pet shop then suggests warthogs, but they're too wild-eyed and toothy, even for Mitzi. Disconsolately, she flies home to mope. But wait! A kitten appears at the door, and the little witch allows it to stay, supposedly for one night only. "You're simply not creepy enough." It turns out, though, that the adorable little creature is the perfect companion for Mitzi, prowling the attic, watching the creature feature on TV, and telling secrets in the dark. In fact, Mitzi learns that "looks aren't everything" and that Hoodwink is just the right pet. The pictures are perfect for this lively story-lots of fangs and slimy, scaly, weird, and wiggly outlines fill the pages. While the toad and bats are strongly reminiscent of James Stevenson's work at his best and funniest, these illustrations have their own impressive individual character. Every page is a delight. Don't miss this one.-Ruth Semrau, Upshur County Public Library, Gilmer, TXCopyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc