Arturo is a curious mouse who is on the hunt for treasure. But the situation is about to get sticky. For Balou, the cat, has just arrived home and she is on a hunt of her own. Join Arturo on his night time scavenger hunt through a house just like yours, whilst he looks for a particular kind of treasure. Get carried along in a whirlwind chase as Arturo comes face to face with Balou. It's not the first time they've met. But will it be the last? 

REVIEWS

“This picture book is an absolute joy to read and is a fine addition to the bookshelf. The illustrations, completed in a textured layering of watercolour paint, pen and pencil, are enchanting. I particularly enjoyed Arturo’s sweet inquisitive face with his long white whiskers, as well as his treasure trove of a mouse-house. Although the story is set at night, the illustrator has cleverly brightened key features, but without losing the sense of mousey sneakiness and shadowy night-time effects.” - Donna Blaber (Kiwi Kids Read Kiwi Books, full review here)

“This is Elaine Williams' first children's book and a very good first book it is. The rhyming text bounces along, gaining pace as the chase heats up. The illustrations by Hannah Sames are full of character and I particularly enjoyed seeing the interior of Arturo's mouse-hole with all his purloined treasures.” - Bookrapt

“The story embodies playful mischief, suspense, surprise and a crisply satisfying resolution. The detailed illustrations by Hannah Sames are at once endearing, captivating and whimsical. Our family eagerly awaits a sequel.” - Annie

“We have loved reading about Arturo in our house. My kids especially liked talking about their favourite treasure items that they could spot in Arturo's hoard. Beautiful rhyming and illustrations.” - Charlotte

“Awesome, amazing and ultra cool. The story is cool and I really, really, really, really, really, really like the pictures!” - Finn (age: 7)