Everyone watched in stunned amazement as the vase hit the floor and smashed into shards. Look what you did! the woman screeched at Roscoe. What I did!...
The cry of the peacock awakened Benny early Friday morning. Its the last day! he cried, leaping out of bed. I know, Henry said. He threw back his quil...
The Aldens ran upstairs to a room with windows that overlooked the front lawn. This is where we found the old paper, Benny said. And now its gone, Vio...
The sight of Roscoe Janneys car made Henrys pulse beat faster. Roscoe owned a big old Jeep. Do you go camping? he asked Roscoe. He still didnt trust t...
Jessie scooped up the fragile scrap. Whats this? It fell out of the desk when you pulled the drawer, Benny said. The others gathered around to examine...
Henry rushed over when he saw Violet having trouble. What happened? he asked, pushing the stand upright. Somebody knocked into me, Violet explained. A...
You heard Grandfather last night, Henry said as they cleared the breakfast dishes the next morning. Cousin Althea needs nine thousand dollars by Frida...
Althea led them into the dining room just as a tour group was leaving. Well have this room to ourselves until the next group comes, she said. Benny gl...
Violet shouted, Somebodys out there! Jessie threw back the covers and dashed to the window. I dont see anyone. Are you sure? Positive! Violet thrust b...
From the front seat of the station wagon, Benny Alden traced the large R at the top of the letter with his finger. What did you say this was again? he...
