Quick Look
- A charming adventure story for young readers who enjoy nature, magic and courageous characters
- Each chapter begins with a gentle illustration by Stephanie Young, created using natural pigments on handmade paper
- Written by Luke Fischer, author of The Blue Forest
Petra and Tim set off on an exciting adventure, travelling from the depths of the rainforest to a hidden cave filled with gnomes, and a mysterious bookshop full of ancient secrets, in this gentle adventure story for young nature lovers.
Description
Long ago a brave young girl named Petra lived with her parents in a timber house high on a mountainside. She knew every creature of the forest and loved exploring the world with her best friend Tim and their faithful horses Stella and Acorn.
One morning, an unexpected knock at the door sends Petra and Tim off on a grand adventure -- first to the sparkling sea, and then into a deep rainforest as a sudden storm rolls in. Seeking shelter, they stumble upon a hidden cave filled with three unforgettable gnomes, a warm fire, and a new kind of magic. But this is only the beginning.
From soaring on the back of the Giant Bird to discovering ancient secrets in a mysterious bookshop, journeying across timeless landscapes to helping protect the forest and its many inhabitants, Petra and Tim find themselves at the heart of a world where nature, kindness, and courage guide every step.
Filled with wonder, friendship, and adventure, this charming tale invites readers into a vibrant world where animals speak, trees hold stories, and even the smallest heroes can make a big difference. A perfect read for children who love nature.
Author
Luke Fischer is a writer, scholar and award-winning poet. He has taught at universities in the US and Germany, and lives in Sydney, Australia.
Stephanie Young is a Waldorf graduate. She studied art in New York City, and currently lives in upstate New York with Tim Smith, their two children, hundreds of carpenter ants and about a dozen woodcutter bees.
