When Everyone Was Fast Asleep

Written by Tomie dePaola

Two children embark on a magical night journey led by a mysterious cat.

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32 pages· ~500L

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Bookroo's summary

Awakened by a mysterious cat, two children are whisked away on a magical night adventure with the Fog Maiden. They share milk and honey with trolls, watch peacocks waltz, and attend a palace ball. As the night unfolds, the dreamlike journey promises enchantment and wonder, before gently returning them to their beds. What other secrets does the night hold?

From the publisher

Float along with the Fog Maiden as she takes two children on an enchanted bedtime adventure in this classic from the bestselling author of Strega Nona, Quiet, and more– now back in print!

When everyone was fast asleep, two children were awakened by Token, the Fog Maiden’s mysterious cat, and sent into the magical night.

Gentle and lyrical, this forgotten classic bedtime story from the author of Quiet and Strega Nona is back to enchant a new generation of fans. Soft illustrations paired with an imaginative text take readers on a dreamlike journey– sharing milk and honey with the trolls, watching the peacocks waltz, and attending a palace ball– before tucking them safely back into bed.

Cozy, quiet, and sure to delight, the Fog Maiden’s sweet dream is made to be shared.

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