Mercy Watson to the Rescue

Mercy the pig loves the buttery-toasty feeling she gets when the Watsons sing to her at bedtime, but she doesn't like sleeping alone.

One night she climbs into their bed. The Watsons' bed begins to fall through the floor with the extra weight. Unperturbed, Mercy goes in search of toast or cookies, while the terrified Watsons think she has gone to get help.

Fortunately, Mercy trots next door, frightens the neighbours who call the fire brigade and save the day. Mercy is hailed as a hero, a porcine wonder!

This is the entertaining first book in a series about Mercy Watson. With short sentences and chapters, action and lively, colourful illustrations it is ideal for readers moving on from picture books.