Join Persimmony Smudge on a great adventure with her new
friends, Worvil and Guafnoggle. Lucan the Lofftier, King of the
Island, is 13 years old. He is out of pepper and is worried
about the rumors of a giant being buried underneath the island’s
mountain. After all, what other mountain rises and falls. So he
sends Persimmony and her friends to save the island. Can they
save the island? Is there really a giant underneath the
mountain? Will the King get his pepper? The wandering text is
fun and imaginative. However, it may be difficult for some
readers to follow. The illustrations are wonderful pencil
sketches. The character are eccentric, but fun to read about.
Readers who like books by Roald Dahl and are used to the more
unique approach to their plots will enjoy reading this book. EL
(4-6), MS. OPTONAL. Reviewer: Jessica Moody, Library Media
Specialist, Olympus Jr. High.