The Magnificent Monsters of Cedar Street

Cordelia loves working with her father, but all their work must be done in secret.  He used to be a regular veterinarian, but his work with the monsters gradually took over everything else.  Most people don't believe the monsters exist, and the ones who do fear them and want to eradicate the creatures.  

One morning she wakes to discover her father and nearly all the creatures are missing.  She frantically begins searching for clues, but all she can find is a cryptic note.  She gathers up the few creatures who are still in the house including an undersized dragon with bad lungs and sets out to find him.  

Her new friend Gregory, the first friend she's had in a long time, also joins her on her quest to find her father and the animals before they come to harm.  

This new fantasy by Lauren Oliver is should appeal to fans of her previous novels.  The subplot about immigration feels a bit forced.  The subplot about her former best friend works well though and provides some heart and comic relief.