Heartwarming really is the best word to describe this lovely chapter book, perfect for beginner readers who want something lovely to read at bedtime, or as a read-aloud with younger children. Mona has lost her parents and is alone in the world. When a storm comes to the woods, and rumours of wolves reach her ears, she is desperate for somewhere safe. She stumbles across Heartwood Hotel, a secret woodland hotel housed in a beautiful tree and peopled by sylvan animals. Accepted into their world, she finds not only a home, but a family and roots too.