Jeanne Willis (Illus. Tony Ross), Grill Pan Eddy

Andersen Press, 9781842703427 | Suggested age range: 3-5

The audacious mouse Grill Pan Eddy convinces the family whose home he adopts that, since they can't get rid of him, they might as well accept that his presence is a blessing and a benefit. And they do, even to the point of mourning him when he finally dies. The marauding Eddy skis down the butter, disables the mouse-trap, sees off the Vermin Catcher's dog, and ties up the cat by its tail. It's an outrageous adventure fleshed out with humorous illustrations.