Journey Beyond the Burrow

By Rina Heisel,

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A JUNIOR LIBRARY GUILD GOLD STANDARD SELECTION!

With the adventure of Avi’s Poppy series and the heart of A Wolf Called Wander, this charming and exciting middle grade adventure follows one mouse’s journey to save his baby brother from a sinister evil.

There are rules every mouse must follow if…

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2 authors picked Journey Beyond the Burrow as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Do not be fooled by the cuddly creatures on the beautiful cover! This book is full of harrowing adventure, creepy tension, and frightening woodland creatures like giant spiders and deadly snakes. At least, as seen from the perspective of our main character, Tobin the mouse.

Tobin’s quest is full of heart, for he has taken it upon himself to save his younger brother from the clutches of the invading spiders who stole him to a faraway lair. Their adventure reminded me of Secret of Nimh or The Lord of the Rings in that we follow a reluctant hero who…

This is another wonderful example of a richly created animal world. This time it’s the world of a forest mouse. I knew I was going to love it as soon as I read the phrase “Rule of Rodentia.” And, as an arachnophobe, I was excited for this book when I learned that spiders were the villains. It’s a wonderful adventure and young readers will devour it!

From PJ's list on with animal POV.

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