Sir George of the Bamboo Forest by MaryBeth DiNunzio is a delightful tale of friendship, curiosity, and the enchanting world of Naratonia. When Christina's cousin David comes to live nearby, the two children set out to uncover the secrets and allure of their magical neighborhood.

The lush and mysterious setting of Naratonia, with its bamboo forests, beautiful gardens, and twinkling lights, sets the stage for a place where the ordinary and the extraordinary can be found.

One of the most intriguing legends in Naratonia revolves around Sir George, a mysterious artist who travels the world in search of pottery, tiles and other wares for his most peculiar sculptures. Rumor has it that his home, a magical Huganir hut, deep within the bamboo forest, possesses the extraordinary ability to talk.

As they travel into the Bamboo Forest, home of the elusive Sir George, what or who will Christina and David encounter? Are they brave enough? Will they find Sir George and his talking house? Will their spirit of curiosity get them in trouble or open them to new wonders?

This story, the first in the series, promises an enchanting journey - a tale that captures and ignites the imagination and encourages the reader to embrace the wonders that surround them. Things are not always as they appear, so look closely, very closely, there is magic in the art.