‘That morning began no differently from any morning, though it was to be the beginning of all things new for Eric’. This first sentence of Ethel Cook's book "The House in the Fairy Wood" takes the reader into the world of fantastic adventures. The book, written in 1918, tells the story of a young boy Eric, who was forced to work in a cannery. One day Eric goes exploring in the forest behind the factory and finds Helma’s house where he finds safety and love. Helma's daughter Ivra is half fairy and introduces Eric to bird fairies, snow witches and wind creatures. Since then Eric’s life starts filling with magic and things, he haven’t seen and done before.
"The Little House in the Fairy Wood" is a fabulously written children tale. It’s full of magic and mysteries, and with every page turning it thrills more and more. The book will definitely be great as a bedtime story.