A Mouse Called Miika by Matt Haig - Children's Fiction - Ages 7+ - Paperback

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Details:. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9781838853693. Publisher: Canongate Books. Age Range: 7+. Overview:. A Mouse Called Miika is Matt Haig's enchanting companion tale to the beloved A Boy Called Christmas series, illustrated throughout by Chris Mould. Perfect for confident readers aged 7 and up, this 208-page paperback follows a small mouse on a big quest to belong among elves, trolls and pixies. Blending warmth, humour and adventure, it's an ideal gift for young fans of festive fantasy and a wonderful bookshelf addition.. About the Book:. Miika just wants to belong. Living among elves, trolls and pixies can make a small mouse feel like the odd one out, especially when everyone else seems to have their place in the world. When Miika finally makes friends with a fellow mouse, he thinks his troubles are over — but really, his adventure is only just beginning. Set in the magical world first introduced in A Boy Called Christmas, this story offers a fresh, mouse's-eye view of the snowy, elf-filled land of Elfhelm. Chris Mould's atmospheric black-and-white illustrations bring every scene to life, from cosy burrows to icy forests, giving young readers plenty to pore over between chapters. As Miika navigates friendship, courage and self-acceptance, the story gently explores what it means to find your place in the world — themes that resonate with children and grown-ups alike. Haig's trademark mix of gentle humour, big heart and genuine emotional insight shines through on every page. Whether read alongside A Boy Called Christmas, The Girl Who Saved Christmas and Father Christmas and Me, or enjoyed on its own, it offers a charming, self-contained tale of friendship, cheese, and the magic of being yourself.. Key Benefits:. A heartwarming, standalone adventure from the world of Matt Haig's bestselling Christmas series.. Charming black-and-white illustrations throughout by Chris Mould bring the story to life.. Explores themes of friendship, courage and belon