"Rachel Chivers Khoo is Ireland's answer to Enid Blyton." Children's Books IrelandMeet the Finders, the magical collectors of lost items... The Borrowers meets The Magic Faraway Tree in this enchanting illustrated adventure. Timeless and classic in feel, it will be loved by fans of Wildsmith, The Boy Who Grew Dragons, Five Children and It and The Wood Where Magic Grows. This delightful animal adventure story of friendship, courage and caring for the environment is ideal for independent readers or for reading aloud, and makes a perfect cosy bedtime story. "We Finders have what we call the Golden Rule: Finders Keepers."While hunting for an old time capsule that his grandma once buried in the woods, Max never expects to discover the home of a small magical creature. Nor does he expect that magical creature to have an extensive collection of lost items, all catalogued and labelled. Yet this is how he meets Tuftorious Snook, collector of lost objects, and just one of the many Finders living in Silverthorn Forest. Thrilled by his discovery, Max can't wait to find out more about the Finders. But when he accidentally breaks their most important rule – never steal – he's banished from their home. With Silverthorn Forest in danger, however, Max must somehow find a way to save Tuft and the other Finders before it's too late. PRAISE FOR FINDERS OF SILVERTHORN FOREST: THE LOST TREASURES“An enchanting story full of adventure and friendship and heart.” Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy Who Grew Dragons "A treasure trove of magic." Abi Elphinstone, author of the Ember Spark series"A gorgeous, cosy story filled with nature, friendship and adventure." Katya Balen, author of October, October"Full of wonderment and whimsy." Cerrie Burnell, author of the Unicorn Seekers series"A charming story with a heartfelt environmental message, all about trusting new friends, treasuring family and memories, and protecting our ancient trees and all who dwell in them." Liz Flanagan, author of the Wild
