Selected by Neil Philip, this collection of 14 Mexican folktales range from a classic Cinderella tale—“The Two Marias” to the silly “The Mule Drivers Who Lost Their Feet”. The varied collection of folktales is retold in short, easy-to-read sections that lend themselves well to reading or telling aloud. Although the stories lack much of the detail readers expect in widely-known European tales, the witty and stylish retellings will inspire a giggle or two in readers and listeners alike. Although the abrupt endings may frustrate readers who anticipate extended conclusions, the detailed notes and bibliography at the end of the book provide background and insight into each tale that will satisfy even the harshest critic. The acrylic artwork by Mair complements the text with primitive folk art that has a distinctive Mexican flavor. Each tale has one full-page illustration depicting several scenes from the story and each non-illustrated page is accented with a chili pepper above the page numbers. The combination of traditional literature and artwork make this an interesting pairing that combines conventional folkloric elements and Catholicism that one expects from a collection of Mexican folktales.