The charming village of Fox Crossing, Maine (founded 1805) is the last
bit of civilization before the 100-mile wilderness, the wildest and
arguably most beautiful stretch of the Appalachian Trail. The little
town has something else to offer as well... something rare, something
that a few even call magic. It has The Fox. Crossing paths with a black
cat is said to bring bad luck. But crossing paths with The Fox is a
whole other story...
Crossing paths with a black cat is said to bring bad luck.
But crossing paths with The Fox is a whole other story . . .
SOME SAY THE FOX IS GOOD LUCK
In the mountain village of Fox Crossing, Maine, everyone knows the story
of The Fox. According to local legend, one of the town's founders
crossed paths with a curious-looking fox with a distinctive white ear
and paw. The unusual fox sighting not only inspired the town's name, it
sparked a fantastical piece of folklore that's been passed down for
generations. Some people say that whoever sees The Fox will be rewarded
with good fortune, love, and happiness. Others say it's just a silly
folk tale . . .
WHAT DOES THE FOX SAY?
Annie Hatherley doesn't believe The Fox legend--even though it was her
great-great-great-grandmother who spotted the critter centuries ago. But
now it's part of Annie's legacy, along with her family business,
Hatherley's Outfitters. For years, Annie's been selling gear to hikers
on the Appalachian Trail. But she's never seen The Fox--until now. Out
of nowhere, this little white-eared vixen leads her to Nick Ferrone, a
woefully unprepared hiker who needs her help. The Shoo Fly Bakery owner
also spots the sly creature--who takes him to a homeless dog that needs
his love. Annie can't deny that something magical is happening--because
she's starting to fall for a certain foxy hiker named Nick . . .
Praise for Melinda Metz's Talk to the Paw
Filled with romance and adorable kitty antics . . . a light and cozy
read that is awesome to curl up with, particularly alongside your own
mischievous cat!
--Modern Cat
Surpassingly cute story of a matchmaking cat determined to pair off
his human with a neighbor through the power of stinky laundry.
--Kirkus Reviews
