This is the first book in the trilogy:
The Amazing Adventures of Roar and Purr.
"The Cardboard Box" the final adventure, completes the trilogy with a heartstopping tale, where Purr embarks on a mission all her own to save her friend Roar!
Together, the trilogy
"The Amazing Adventures of Roar and Purr"
is destined to become a classic of world literature for children and the young at heart.
ARRIVAL | ILLUSTRATION FROM "THE MISSING SLIPPER"
One fine day, and not so long ago, a delightful afternoon in spring, Purr was out for her daily walk.
TEAM | ILLUSTRATION FROM "THE MISSING SLIPPER"
“Okay, are you ready Purr?”
“No, of course not”, she said.
“Well... readiness is overrated”, said Roar.
PAWS FOR ENCHANTMENT!
The Adventure of the Missing Slipper presents a delightful tale that transports readers into a magical world of feline curiosity and lionhearted determination. The narrative introduces us to a charming, yet feisty cat Purr, whose quiet domestic life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Roar, a wild and eccentric lion.
Beyond the enchanting adventure, the dialogue between Roar and Purr runs rich in nuance, endowing the characters with vivid personalities while creating a beguiling sense of camaraderie. Purr, the cautious yet spirited feline, exudes a distinct charm through her hesitant yet curious interactions with the larger-than-life Roar.
This eccentric regal lion, has an equally compelling charm. His wealth of unreliable knowledge, and the comic grandeur of his persona lend depth to the story. The juxtaposition of Roar's wild magnificence with Purr's cozy pragmatism, highlight the vibrant interplay between the characters.
The story's offbeat humor sparkles, as Purr's reluctant involvement in their mission of world-altering importance, albeit centered around a simple missing slipper, elicits both amusement and empathy. The developing relationship between the two protagonists lifts the work beyond a simple adventure.
The black and white illustrations have their provenance in the works of Albrecht Durer, MC Escher and the early 20th century woodcut master Lynn Ward. The gemlike level of detail sparkels. The illustrations elevate the work from literature into the realm of fine art.
The Amazing Adventures of Roar and Purr provides a delightful escape into a world of limitless possibilities. The Missing Slipper, the first volume of the trilogy, serves to remind us that great tales arise when we embrace our "mission" and embark upon our own "amazing adventure" in life with unbounded imagination.
Eva Grace Anderson
Bibury, England
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NAPPING | ILLUSTRATION FROM "THE MISSING SLIPPER"
“Okay, are you ready Purr?”
“No, of course not”, she said.
“Well... readiness is overrated”, said Roar.
With their first mission a success, Purr is very excited to meet Roar and continue their amazing adventures!
STROLLING | ILLUSTRATION FROM "THE DEATH RAY"
Purr silently left her house beneath the starry night and slowly made her way up to the hidden dell.