At the very edge of Dimwood Forest stood an old charred oak where, silhouetted by the moon, a great horned owl sat waiting. The owls name was Mr. Ocax, and he looked like death himself. With his piercing gaze, he surveyed the lands he called his own, watching for the creatures he considered his subjects. Not one of them ever dared to cross his path. . .until the terrible night when two little mice went dancing in the moonlight. . .
"Poppy, a timid dormouse, is a loyal, obedient subject-until she sees Ocax devour her fiance and hears the owl deny her father's request to seek new living quarters. To prove that the intimidating ruler is really a phony, Poppy embarks on a dangerous and eye-opening quest, which ends with her one-on-one battle with Ocax....An engaging blend of romance, suspense and parody, this fantasy is well-nigh irresistible." -- Publishers Weekly
Recommended Age | 8 - 12 |
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Author | Avi |
Illustrator | Brian Floca |
ISBN | 0380727692 |
Publication Date | Aug 15, 2006 |
Publisher | HarperCollins |
Language | English |