“The Grand Escape” by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

If only Marco hadn’t read that newspaper article about a ranch! Now he and his brother Polo, two pampered house cats, are dying to see the world beyond the picture window.

When the Neals leave a door open, out they go! Marco is hunting for a ranch, and Polo hopes to find their long-lost mother. But the outside world is wet, hungry and full of danger. Then they meet Carlotta, a clever and friendly she-cat, who leads them to Texas Jake, the grumpy boss of the Club of Mysteries. To join the club, Marco and Polo must solve three great mysteries, and their first challenge means facing Bertram the Bad, every cat’s worst nightmare!

From the author of the Newbery Medal winner “Shiloh,” this is Book 1 of the Cat Pack series, with lively pictures by Alan Daniel. It’s perfect for readers ages 8 to 12, and for any kid who has ever wondered what the cat is thinking.

This paperback is in good condition, and it’s ready to escape with you from Dead Tree Dreams.