This book is a perfect family-friendly read that will keep readers guessing what is on Marilyn's plate. A funny rhyming adventure that focuses on the oldest child, Marilyn, not wanting to eat what is on her plate and thinking of ways to get rid of the mysterious taste that she is not supposed to waste. Marilyn hopes to enlist the dog in the mystery meat's demise, but much to her surprise, this is one thing even the dog won't eat! Follow along to help her solve the mysterious taste and help her figure out how she is not supposed to waste. But an important lesson is to never finish your food in haste.