A loving, charming picture book about our right to be ourselves.

When someone's at the door, Arsène runs and hides. For Arsène is a rat, and people don't like rats. But ever since Jean the pianist took him in, he's been very happy. You see, Arsène is a rat who loves music. He and Jean play tunes four-handed.
One day, they sign up for an owner-pet beauty contest. Arsène gets dolled up like a poodle, and after an impeccable piano performance, they pair take hom the trophy. Tired of having to pretend, Jean tears off Arsène's disguises, presenting his friend to the public! Scandal! They are disqualified. But who cares? The two friends will never hide who they are again. Now, when the doorbell rings, Arsène goes to see who's there!