This second book introduces two a new characters, Cory Crow and Adam Mouse. Like most crows, Cory is very intelligent and self-confident, which causes great conflict for Thelma Thistle. Adam Mouse is meek and trusting and ads his own qualities to the friends. These qualities will be even more evident in following books.Thelma does not take such an active part in this adventure; after all, she cannot go walking about the ditch and forest. This story...