Description: Bruce and his companions returned home as heroes, having saved many from the evil bat, Stang. Bruce's real victory, however, was learning his own worth and the value of friends and family. As he prepares to turn into a butterfly, his parents share a secret that teaches him how hard it is to do what's right when things are not what they seem.
Review Quotes: "This is the second "Bruce" book I have read by Gale Leach and I liked it even more than the first. Not only does the author incorporate insect behaviors amazingly well, but she teaches valuable lessons through the personification of those insects. (How many caterpillars do you know wear backpacks!) This book is intended to focus on the value of honesty and the gray areas that can be confusing to children. But I also found a sub-plot of value and that is when Bruce finds out that he has been adopted as a caterpillar egg. This knowledge upsets and confuses him and he sets out to find his "real" parents. As he journeys along, he questions whether he made the right choice and feels guilty for the pain he has caused his parents. This is a wonderful first chapter book for elementary school children or for parents to read to their children." -- M.J. Evans, Author "One of 3 "Bruce" books I bought for my grandchildren last year. I happened upon them by reading another of Gail's books and checked out these "Bruce" books because of my own first name. The kids loved them, as they enjoy most written books with a great story and no doubt could relate easily to the critter characters. 5 thumbs up!" -- Mr. B