Author Rebecca Heishman's insightful storytelling has been compared to the likes of such greats as Bill Watterson (author of the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes) and E.B. White (author of Charlotte's Web). Her stories are set it the mythical, magical Misty Neighborhood, where animals and humans alike are free to be happy and, just as importantly, be loved. This latest installment by Rebecca Heishman follows the adventures of Millie the dog and her new acquaintances-turned-friends Rodney the bachelor mouse and a family of crickets who desperately need some help. Millie is always up for adventure, so when she encounters an old bachelor mouse, who has taken up residence behind Millie's mom's dryer, life gets a whole lot more interesting (for everyone ). Now she has someone (smaller than her ) to terrorize. An unlikely friendship is forged with the two join forces to help Calvin the Cricket and his family escape the dark recesses of the basement...(Note: Author Rebecca Heishman is a fierce advocate for abused animals. Millie was adopted by Rebecca Heishman and her husband William. *A large portion of the profit from her books goes toward helping animals in need*