La heredera de Mistmantle

Gr 4—7—There is peace and trust in the animal kingdom of Mistmantle when Catkin, its heiress, is born. The harvest has been plentiful and the residents prepare for Catkin's baptism. The night before this big event, a shower of shooting stars captivates all of the inhabitants of this enchanted island and a series of events starts to unfold, the two most important of which are the kidnapping of the heiress by a mentally unstable squirrel and a devastating flood. The happenings are aggravated by malicious rumors about the queen. Three young heroes step up to the plate, fighting their apprehension and sorrow to save the realm from its worst enemy: fear. This is a great book full of suspense that culminates in personal triumph and happiness. Its imaginative black-and-white illustrations, coupled with an excellent narrative, will charm readers.—Narda McCarthy, Broward County Library Consultant, FL