School Library Journal Review
Gr 2-5-Sweet, animal-loving Lulu is back in another adventure. This time she's adopted a hamster named Ratty. Unfortunately, she's at her Nan's house for a sleepover and Nan is not a fan of rodents. Then there's Nan's three cats. Can she keep Ratty safe-and keep him secret from Nan? This is another gentle and lighthearted story, accompanied by beguiling black-and-white illustrations of Lulu, her cousin Mellie, and Nan. A must-have for fans of the series. (c) Copyright 2015. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Booklist Review
Shortly after seven-year-old Lulu adopts a hamster named Ratty, she and her cousin Mellie secretly take it along for a sleepover at their grandmother's house. While Ratty behaves well overall, Nan's inquisitive cats frighten him into making an escape. Late-night shenanigans bring police officers to the scene, but all ends well. Lamont's appealing black-and-white illustrations keep up with the action while perfectly capturing the tone of the story. With warmly depicted family relationships and a continuing focus on pets, the sixth endearing early chapter book in the Lulu series showcases the strengths of McKay's deceptively simple and often amusing writing.--Phelan, Carolyn Copyright 2015 Booklist
