The mushroom man
Ethel Pochocki
A lonely worker in a mushroom farm finds the friend he longs for when he meets a mole in the park and takes him home to share his dinner.
Read Time: ~3.9 hr
The way south
by the Brothers Armfinnigan (2012)
About this book
Join Ploox and Nicky Neill in their continuing saga; an extraordinary adventure populated by uncommon characters and unexpected events. Ride alongside as they make their way south to the border of Mexico and beyond. Thrill with Ploox as he encounters love and recognition, the bite of the jungle, and a face-to-face brush with death. Marvel as they fly with the amazing Voladores, confront highway robbery Mexican-style, and climb into a world above the trees with a mysterious host-- the last know person to see Dr. Carpenter alive. Travel down every twist and turn in the boys' incredible pursuit as they learn ever more about themselves and their world. Prepare to be amazed by the wonder of it all--P. [4] of cover.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe way south Lead Character
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