"Smokey" the Raccoon

This tale is based on a true story about an unusual friendship that evolves between a friendly raccoon and a young girl who is longing for a summer playmate. The author weaves an exciting tale about the adventures the girl and the raccoon share and how they manage to involve the girl's entire family in thier escapades.

The adventures described are sometimes hilarious, sometimes alarming -- but always endearing. A tender ending to this delightful story should strike a chord not only in the hearts of children, but in adults as well.