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Arabel And Mortimer Stories

By Joan Aiken

Adjectives

humorous adventurous mischievous heartwarming

Genres

Humour Adventure Animals

Synopsis

When taxi driver Mr Jones discovers an injured raven on a stormy night, he brings it home to his animal-loving daughter, Arabel. She names the mischievous bird Mortimer, and together they embark on a series of hilarious adventures. From floating out to sea on a grand piano to causing chaos at the zoo, Mortimer's antics keep the Jones household on their toes. Arabel's unwavering affection for her feathered friend ensures that life is never dull in their London home.

About the author

Joan Aiken was a much-loved British author, best known for her exciting book 'The Wolves of Willoughby Chase'. She wrote many stories filled with adventure, magic, and brave characters. Joan loved using her imagination to create wonderful worlds for children to explore, and her books have delighted readers for many years.

Pages

368 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2019

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