Willems, Mo. The Story of Diva and Flea. illus. by Tony DiTerlizzi. 80p. Disney-Hyperion. Oct. 2015. Tr $14.99. ISBN 9781484722848. Gr 2-4–Flea is a flâneur, an alley cat happy to take the world as it comes, seeking out new adventures every day. Diva is a pampered pooch who lives at the 11 avenue Le Play apartment building. Laid back Flea is out and about on one of his adventures when he spies Diva. While initially apprehensive about this cat who comes and goes, Diva grows curious about Flea. One day, with his encouragement, she cautiously ventures beyond the wrought iron fence that frames her world and follows the feline to see the tower that can “cut a cloud in half.” When she in turn invites him to explore her world inside the apartment, he is the one who must be trustful and brave. The occasional French word or chapter title paired with DiTerlizzi’s gorgeous illustrations work together to create an appropriately Parisian feel throughout. The charming endpapers, ornate chapter heading designs, and rich paper feel further extend the visual and tactile appeal of this work. With a message that facing fear and getting to know someone new will open one’s world, young readers will find much to love about Diva and Flea. VERDICT An excellent addition to chapter book collections.–Laura Fields Eason, Parker Bennett Curry Elementary School, Bowling Green, KY This review was published in School Library Journal's September 2015 issue.