About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking if magic is real or if they feel the world has lost some of its wonder. This collection of linked short stories features Nanny Mulroy, a kind caregiver who recounts her youthful adventures as a nursery maid in a grand house. Far from ordinary historical fiction, these stories reveal that Nanny Mulroy had a special gift for spotting the mythical creatures hiding in plain sight. It is a perfect choice for parents looking to encourage imaginative play and a deeper connection to nature. With its gentle, episodic structure, the book is ideal for a calming bedtime routine. The emotional core centers on the warm, intergenerational bond between a storyteller and her young audience. While set in a bygone era, the themes of kindness, curiosity, and the joy of finding beauty in the mundane remain timeless. It provides a comforting bridge between the structured world of school and the expansive world of a child's private imagination.
