Mischief of Rats
Start your adventure here. In a world of warring ferine, one orphaned rodent raised by frogs becomes a reluctant soldier scout, but a forbidden encounter forces him to question everything he knows and sparks a daring quest for freedom.
In the heart of the Wet Meadows of the Tarn Hold, Vel, an orphaned rodent raised by frogs, excels as Lord Froggal’s secret weapon in the War on Rats. Tasked with scouting for the frog army, Vel’s loyalty is tested when he looks into the eyes of a mouse, defying Lord Froggal’s orders. Haunted by the gaze of the gentle creature, Vel’s conscience awakens, leading him to escape his servitude and embark on a perilous journey to freedom.
As Vel confronts his inner turmoil and faces the challenges of war, he discovers the true meaning of courage and friendship. But with the North End now joining the conflict, Vel must sacrifice all to change the tide of the Tarn and free the gentle ferine. Join Vel in “The Mischief of Rats,” an exhilarating tale of defiance and redemption where friendship transcends boundaries and hope prevails.
5×8 size paperback, 228 pages, black and white illustrated chapter headings, includes map of the Tarn Hold
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When Vel, a mouse raised by frogs, is called upon to serve as a frog ambassador to the squirrels, he reluctantly leaves behind his friends at Mossy Brim to confront a drought-stricken Tarn. Prince Percival’s impending coronation is overshadowed by a deadly illness spreading across the North End, endangering the lives of feral and ferine alike.
Desperate for a cure, Vel discovers a cryptic clue hidden within a timeless children’s rhyme. Forced to team up with the arrogant squirrels, Vel embarks on a perilous quest to find the remedy before it’s too late. But as trust and friendship blossom amidst danger, Vel grapples with the fear of leaving his loved ones vulnerable to the plague, especially one Anemone Scritch.
“Scourge of Mosquitoes” is a heart-pounding tale of courage and camaraderie as Vel and his unlikely allies risk everything to save their home. Join Vel and Ruckus on a thrilling adventure filled with twists and turns, where the bonds of friendship are tested, and the true meaning of sacrifice is revealed. Will they find the cure in time to thwart the plague’s devastation, or will the North End succumb to the scourge of mosquitoes?
Thimblena
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Widow Fox is lonely, and when a mysterious fox hands her a pawful of bulbs, the story of Thimblena begins. From the center of a blooming flower to the dark halls of R. B. Mole, Thimblena learns compassion, grace, and faithfulness. Fly with her across the sea and learn where she came from as a tiny harvest mouse in a field of tulips.
In the miniature world of ‘Thimblena’, adapted from Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless classic Thumbelina, a tiny harvest mouse embarks on a journey fraught with danger and filled with boundless love. But as Thimblena’s kindness leads her through perilous escapes, her unwavering faithfulness promises a reward beyond her wildest dreams: freedom. Join Thimblena on an enchanting adventure where courage, love, and the pursuit of liberty collide in a tale that will capture your heart from beginning to end.
Map of Tarn Hold
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Follow your favorite characters through the tarn and the lands that surround it.
Tarn: a small mountain lake, pond. It takes three days to cross this tarn by boat and paddle.
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