This book was so good. I was afraid I wouldn't be able to finish it before class, but I did and now I'm excited to discuss it with the rest of the class. It was such a magical book that captivated my attention the entire time I was reading it. I loved the relationship between Prosper & Bo. Prosper took such good care of Bo, and Bo seemed to really rely on Prosper in time of need. Hornet was also a favorite character of mine. She held such great composure throughout the entire book. She was like the support of the whole gang. I'm glad all 3 of them ended up together in Ida's care. In my previous post, I mentioned that I thought Victor would let the kids get away. I'm so glad I was right. Victor, although he seems tough, has a very kind heart and I know he would fall for the kids. I only wish he and Ida would have ended up falling in love, but that's the hopeless romantic in me. I guess that would have been a little too mature for a 5th grade reader. The merry-go-round added such a great twist, and the fact that Scipio changed into an older man, and Barbarossa changed into a young child was so hilarious to me. It surprised me that Barabarossa wanted to be with Esther, but I guess luxurious living is important to him. Too bad he ended up in a boarding school. I just don't understand how Esther could just leave Prosper & Bo in Venice without a second thought. I did NOT like her at all. All in all, this book was adorable, and I can't wait to read it outloud to my class when I become a teacher. I would really love it if they turned it into a movie. I would definitely go see it if it came out in theatres.