When night falls‚ it’s time for Balthazar to go out. With his jawbone full of jagged teeth‚ he prowls about‚ weaving in and out‚ more discreet than a shadow. He’s looking for his dinner. He approaches houses and slips into bedrooms. Tonight‚ little Columbine has caught his attention. Although she’s asleep‚ she doesn’t seem to be having a very good night. Is he going to eat her?

– Text and illustration combine to suggestively trick readers– young and old alike– and lead them to believe that Balthazar is the meanie of the story.
– An adventure that teaches us not to judge at first glance.
– A picture book to help children understand they don’t have to be afraid of all monsters.