A delightful alpine adventure about Anders and his friends in this much-loved and award-winning series from one of Australia's most exciting graphic-novel creators. Suitable for readers of Dog Man and Cat Kid Comic Club. 'These stories make me wish I was a kid again.' Terry Denton The school holidays kick off with a magical trip to the lolly factory. However, the next morning Anders and his friends awaken to find that their beetles have vanished! They all set out for Mount Rumple where they hope to be reunited with their pets. When they spot some mysterious beetle carvings, the gang heads high into the mountains. But then there's an avalanche! Will they find their beetles – or will they be the ones who need rescuing? Anders and his friends have adventures and work together to solve problems in this cosy graphic novel series by the highly acclaimed creator, Gregory Mackay. 'Like a wonderful daydream, Anders' often hilarious adventure is bursting with playful imagination.' Jason Pamment, creator of Treasure in the Lake and Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures Anders is perfect for: - Independent readers aged 6+ - Readers who love cosy animal stories where the emphasis is on friendship and teamwork - Parents, teachers and librarians looking for gentle adventure stories in an invitingly cosy visual style - Fans of graphic novels series like Cat Kid Comic Club and Cat and Cat Adventures Praise for Anders: - 'Imaginative and entertaining' Magpies - 'A delightful graphic novel' Good Reading - 'A sweet, funny ... graphic novel that champions friendship, creativity and imagination ... perfect for comic fans or reluctant readers' Readings Read the entire Anders series: Anders and the Comet Anders and the Volcano Anders and the Castle Anders and the Mountain

グレゴリー・マッケイが描く本作の真髄は、日常の延長線上にある冒険の純粋さにあります。愛するペットの捜索を通じ、友情の試練を鮮やかに描き出す筆致は圧巻です。単なる娯楽に留まらず、仲間と知恵を出し合う過程で生まれる精神的な成長という、普遍的な文学的テーマが読者の心に深く響きます。 緊迫感あふれる雪山の展開でも、作品を包む温かな空気感は損なわれません。登場人物たちが互いを信じ抜く姿は、大人の読者の好奇心をも揺さぶるでしょう。想像力の翼で困難を乗り越える彼らの旅路は、世代を超えて「信じる勇気」を再発見させてくれる稀有な輝きを放っています。