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In the quiet glow of the fireplace, Lily Laceby drifts into dreamland with her faithful dog at her feet. One night, distant, mysterious sounds creep through the house, pulling Lily from her slumber. Together with her dog, she ventures through the quiet streets, uncovering a surprising secret that lifts her from a quiet night to a bright new dawn.
This gentle, large‑type picture book invites young readers to explore the boundary between the ordinary and the extraordinary, and to marvel at the wonders that may be found just beyond the familiar farmhouse walls.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Mem Fox
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