Sibling rivalries erupt when the Qweepie family relocates from the Florida suburbs to a dilapidated Western Kentucky farm. Killiope, known as Driew Qweepie's big
sinister
, is plotting against her little
bother
. Her unaffectionate schemes alert Driew to the dangers of being lost, stolen, or escaping the farm out back. During Driew's fight for sinister respect, he and Gulia, the Australian girl-next-door, uproot a magic man's
OUTBACK
secret.
"Adams' characters amuse, frustrate, intrigue, and redeem us. Most importantly,
teaches us the wisdom of 'family, ' 'roots, ' and 'home'--all of which make their own kind of magic in our everyday lives."
--Jo Travis, retired English Teacher and Librarian
Readers are introduced to a variety of Australian, American, and Qweepie vernacular throughout the novel series. Choose to adopt or to adapt these terms using the "Language of the Outback" glossary included.