What to expect

This atmospheric thriller, full of daring stunts and sinister villains, is perfect escapism for 9+ readers. Mouse, a foundling, loves her pieced-together family at the Moth Theatre fiercely. When their leading man, Walter, is wrongly arrested for murder, Mouse swears she'll free him. But another member of the cast has a secret identity ­- as a ruthless killer. As Mouse's investigation leads her ever closer to their true, deadly nature, can she outwit them without losing everything she holds dear? A masterfully told adventure from the acclaimed author of The Boy Who Flew and Murder in Midwinter, Mouse Heart is ideal for fans of Philip Pullman, Katherine Rundell and Philip Reeve.

Critics Review

  • A great adventure story, skilfully told, that romps along with all the energy of the characters in the Moth Theatre where the tale is set
    Fleur Hitchcock superbly brings the theatre and her town to life and her central character, Mouse, is brave and clever in equal measure
    Hitchcock doesn’t shy away from gruesome details, meaning readers aged 9+ will delight in the adventure and be thrilled (and possibly slightly horrified) by the murder mystery
    I loved every minute of this story and was sorry when it was finished’

    Maria Lloyd, Netgalley
  • ‘What an adventure! Packed with action and mystery, sinister villains and theatricals, ‘Mouse Heart’ is a completely captivating and thrilling read that is impossible to put down
    Mouse is a fabulous heroine, brimming with courage and determination
    ‘ Through The Bookshelf Blog

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