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A humorous reminder that cuteness is overrated, and some cats are not to be underestimated. When Fiona, a fluffy white house cat, wakes Mom for breakfast in the morning, Mom says: ""Too early, pretty kitty."" Then, when she helps with a rogue mouse, the neighbor calls her ""Lovely."" In the evening, she chases a new toy, entertaining everybody with her acrobatics, and they call her ""cute."" At dinner, Fiona sits on a laptop, and Dad asks: ""Is it dinnertime, Gorgeous?"" Fiona is fed up. ""'GORGEOUS?!' THAT'S IT. I am OUT of patience now. I've done amazing things today, but all anyone can talk about is the way I look!"" Finally, her human ""sister"" Lou (who has brown hair and light skin) says, ""You know what I love about Fiona... I love how smart she is!"" To Fiona's relief, Lou goes on to acknowledge all that Fiona does for the family. Diaz's full-page cartoon illustrations in pastel tones highlight Fiona's dynamism. The illustrations bring the prose to life; readers see Fiona's bravery, strength, and athleticism in action, as well as her expressive face. The first-person narration in Fiona's voice adds weight to her dissatisfaction with being objectified. The story's energetic pace mirrors Fiona's busy day as well as her frustration, building to the dinner-table climax before the comforting ending. -Kirkus Reviews

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Rennie Dyball is an award-winning author of 17 books and counting, ranging from picture books to equestrian novels and adult nonfiction. Much to Fiona's dismay, she is actually more of a dog person. Learn more about Rennie at www.renniedyball.com.

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