
Written by Lynne Reid Banks · Illustrated by Terry Riley
A daring hamster escapes every cage, facing unexpected dangers.
Meet Houdini, a hamster with an uncanny knack for escaping any cage. His adventures lead him into perilous encounters with a curious cat, a hungry dog, and even a chilly refrigerator. Despite the risks, Houdini's thirst for exploration knows no bounds. Can he navigate the dangers of the big world outside his cage, or will his escapades finally catch up with him? Discover the thrilling escapades of a hamster who refuses to be confined.
You may think Houdini is a strange name for a hamster, but if you’ve ever heard of the late Great Houdini, the most amazing escape-artist of all time, you’ll understand how I got my name. I’m proud to say that there hasn’t been a cage built that can hold me. I can climb, dive, wriggle, squeeze, or gnaw my way out of any prison they came up with. I have to admit that sometimes freedom leads to a bit of trouble–like getting cornered by the cat, ending up in the dog’s mouth, or being trapped in the freezing cold of a dark refrigerator. But I won’t be stopped! With a whole big world out there to explore, who wants to be held prisoner in a hamster cage?
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