Books with title The House in the Night

Eeek! A mouse! I cannot have a mouse in the house!” cries Nana Quimby, sending the family on a frantic adventure as they try to rid themselves of first the mouse, then its troublesome successors. From an owl to an elephant, the Quimby family pets devour shoes, steal lunch, quarrel with skunks, uproot trees, and soon convince Nana that there are worse things to have than a mouse in the house. With a text that’s great for reading aloud and zany illustrations full of hilarious details to discover, this latest book from the Hassetts is lighthearted, fun, wildly imaginative, and sure to delight.

This is a joyful story celebrating the determination of a boy as he grows into manhood. The story begins one beautiful Sunday morning with seven-year-old Matthew. While attending church with his family, Matthew hears a calling to the priesthood. Later in the day, Matthew invites his sister Sarah and best friend John to “play church” with him in his tree house. A wondrous transformation takes place. In The Tree House follows Matthew from childhood to early adulthood. He comes alive to us as we learn about his good deeds and evolving relationship with God. As Matthew follows his dream, he receives ongoing support and compassion from his family, friends and the clergy. In The Tree House is a story about love―among family, between friends, and of God. This gentle story explores the joy of listening to your calling, loving your neighbor, and welcoming God.

The Mouse in the House is a Christmas poem for children, but I''ve yet to meet an adult who didn''t enjoy the tale. I originally wrote it as a Christmas letter. I knew it was good, but I was unprepared for the enthusiastic response I received from those who read it. An artist friend of mine, Jimmy O''Connell, enjoyed it so much that he donated his talent (and much of his time) to illustrate the published edition. We spend a night with a timid little mouse, who lives in the basement ceiling of a home that belongs to a kind, older couple. She scampers around at night, collecting trinkets and hoarding them back to her cozy little home. On Christmas eve, she is astounded to see a tree in the house! Exploring further, she discovers the nativity crèche, where the Baby Jesus gives her a truly wonderful present. The Mouse in the House became an instant Christmas Classic in our family, as it did for many of our friends. It is a special Christmas experience and it is my hope that others will enjoy it as much as we do.

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