Books like Mortimer says nothing by Joan Aiken
In four engaging short stories, 12‑year‑old Arabel and her talk‑less raven, Mortimer, find themselves in a series of comic and heartwarming escapades. From celebrating Arabel’s birthday to helping a clumsy neighbor recover from a ‘rest cure,’ each tale explores the bond between human and animal through humor and gentle adventure.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Joan Aiken
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