Jacob H Gilbert

The Adventures of Neppy and Guss Jacob H Gilbert

This book is about two heroes. All heroes come in different shapes and sizes. You've heard of the tiny mouse who freed an enormous lion from a net. Our heroes are neither the fastest nor the bravest. But what makes these heroes remarkable, is a friendship they share which is more powerful than any power. .... The story began a long time ago, on a cold, winter's night. Jack, who was a black and gray tabby cat, with tan spiral stripes, was walking alone in the forest searching for food. He hoped to find an injured bird or anything to eat and satisfy his hunger. A voice echoed in the cold, winter's wind. It was a helpless cry, soft but desperate. "Meow..."the voice drifted off. There seemed to be another small squeaking noise mixed with the cry. Jack pawed his way fast through the cold and dismal, frozen snow making his way towards the cry. The air was cold and he could see his breath. As he followed the voice through the tall trees, he came upon ...