Author(s): Polly Horvath

Children's Books

Out of the blue, Ratchet Clark's ill-natured mother packs her daughter on to a train to spend the summer with two elderly relatives, twins Tilly and Penpen. Staying at their secluded house, Ratchet learns all about her weird family history and Penpen's new philosophy: whatever shows up on your doorstep you have to make welcome. Through the bear-ridden wilderness come a variety of characters, and it is with reluctance that Tilly lets them in. But, it turns out that unwelcome guests may bring the greatest gifts... This is another quirky and warm-hearted read from the author of Everything On A Waffle

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