Sky was right. Mary was a changed person when she returned from her flight. Ill never again condemn something I know nothing about, she said. Then, sh...
Pete arrived and crossed the field to the oak tree. I left the back of the station wagon open, he told the Aldens. Just put the picnic basket inside w...
Skys jaw dropped. We never canceled the ad, she told Hollis. Well, someone did, Hollis said. When? Matt asked. Last night. My assistant took the phone...
Benny was dreaming he was floating above Lloyds Landing in a balloon. Suddenly, everything began to shake. Benny, wake up, Henry urged him. Benny roll...
During the long tense wait, Sky, Matt, and the Aldens sat near the shed and talked about ballooning. Suddenly, Violet spotted something across the fie...
Time for our first competition! Sky announced suddenly. Were starting with Hare and Hounds. She explained that one balloon, the hare, would take off f...
Pointing at Pete Moran, Brad Golder said, You! Petes mouth dropped open. I I dont know what youre talking about, he sputtered. Matt stepped forward. W...
An older man approached. His glasses were perched on the top of his head. Under his arm was a large brown envelope. Is he a reporter? Jessie asked. Th...
Look! Soo Lee shouted. Sitting in the back of Skys van, she pointed out the window. Its a balloon! Benny exclaimed. To their right, a brightly colored...
When the Aldens came downstairs, Barbara met them in the entry hall. Come into the parlor, she said and led them into the room where the argument had ...
