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Name: Hamster in the holly
Author: Ben M. Baglio

When Honey, a hamster from a school play, runs out into the wintry yard and becomes stuck under a holly bush, nine‑year‑old Mandy must act quickly to prevent the tiny critter from freezing to death. The story follows Mandy’s determined effort to secure the hamster’s safety and the warmth of friendship during a festive season.

First publish date: 1998

Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure

Authors: Ben M. Baglio

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