Winner of the 2015 Oklahoma Book Award for Illustration "Extraordinary Jane .burst[s] with color and magnificence." --The New York Times * "This is an exceptionally polished first book. Harrison's acrylic paintings, which blend realistic animal portraits with a charmingly old-fashioned circus setting to very funny effect, are the star of the show, but her understated storytelling and pacing are equally on the mark." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review * "A touching, delectably illustrated circus story that applauds the underdog." -- Kirkus , starred review * "In a world full of competition for kids to be the fastest, smartest, and best at everything, this story's message is a worthy one." -- School Library Journal , starred review.