Trosclair and the Alligator

Written by Peter Huggins · Illustrated by Lindsey Gardiner

A boy and his dog face a fearsome alligator in the bayou.

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32 pages· 774 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· AD570L

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Bookroo's summary

Trosclair and his loyal dog Ollie navigate the Louisiana Bayou in search of turtle eggs, but danger lurks in the form of Gargantua, a menacing alligator. Warned to avoid Bee Island Swamp, Trosclair's curiosity leads him into peril. As Gargantua approaches, Trosclair must use his quick thinking and a swarm of bees to outsmart the beast and protect his beloved Ollie. Will his clever plan succeed, or will the bayou claim another victim? Dive into this thrilling tale of courage and ingenuity set against the vibrant backdrop of the bayou.

From the publisher

In his rowboat, Trosclair and his dog Ollie can get just about anywhere on the Louisiana Bayou where the live, even to Bee Island Swamp, the very best place to find turtle eggs. But Trosclair has been warned not to go there because Gargantua, a huge and ferocious alligator, has already eaten his share of large animals, and is bound to try humans next. Sure enough, Gargantua comes along and Trosclair must think quickly how to save himself and Ollie. Using his wits and a hive of bees, Trosclair rids the swamp of Gargantua forever. With its charming Louisiana dialect and lively story of brains over brawn, this is a book adults will enjoy as much as children.

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