Trelfs: The cat. The owl. And the shrew.

by Bruce H. Campbell, Juliette Wood (editor)

Adventure Awaits

Discover a family of tree elves known as Trelfs as their suspenseful journey begins when their pine tree home is cut down for a Christmas tree. The tree and the Trelfs are brought inside the strange and fantastical human home to face dangers from more than the humans cat. As they desperately try to find their way home, they encounter spiders, shrews, and secrets as they uncover hidden messages that could save their lives. Together, Fraser, Coni, Spruce, and Juni discover the sinister mind that threatens them, but ultimately they learn that your family is your home.

This wondrous story features a first-person narrative. Part I is through the Father and Son’s voices alternating in each chapter, and Part II is through the Mother and Daughter’s alternating voices. This thrilling story will keep you on the edge of your seat with twists, turns, and fun.

172 pages, Paperback

Published September 29, 2024

About the author

Bruce H Campbell, MD is a retired head and neck cancer surgeon and faculty member at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). His book, A Fullness of Uncertain Significance: Stories of Surgery, Clarity, & Grace is a collection stories, essays, and insights gleaned over the course of his life and career. Links to purchase from the publisher, indie bookstores, and online are at https://www.BruceCampbellMD.com/book

He graduated from Rush Medical College and did his residency at MCW. After a fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center, he returned to Milwaukee, spending his career caring for cancer patients and teaching the next generation of physicians about patient care and narrative.

He and his wife, Kathi, live near Milwaukee, WI.

Reviews

[Mary Carolyn Titus · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great children’s book! The author is a friend and neighbor. Quick read!