Mr. Benbow’s Secret Wish - A Mouse & His Gnome, Book 2

A Read-Aloud Chapter Book of Friendship, Family & Quiet Magic

Mr. Benbow’s Secret Wish is the second book in Sieglinde de Francesca’s A Mouse & His Gnome series, set in the story-rich world of Limindoor Woods.

In this new adventure, Tim-mees the mouse and his loyal gnome companion, Fern, set out to find Tim-mees’s missing brother. Their search deepens when they encounter a mysterious Tall One carrying a secret wish that quietly reshapes their journey.

Along the way, they meet talking animals, magical elementals, and new companions while facing puzzling challenges that call for cooperation, courage, and trust. The story unfolds in a calm, unhurried rhythm that invites readers to settle fully into its woodland world.

Written in Sieglinde de Francesca’s warm, Waldorf-inspired storytelling style, this gentle chapter book celebrates friendship, family, kindness, and perseverance through moments of humor, wonder, and quiet magic.

Begin the Adventure

Start with The Quest for the Silver Spring, the first book in A Mouse & His Gnome, where Tim-mees first meets the brave young gnome Fern and their woodland friendship begins.

Product Details

• Title: A Mouse & His Gnome: Mr. Benbow’s Secret Wish
• Series: A Mouse & His Gnome (Book Two)
• Author: Sieglinde de Francesca
• Publisher: Teach Wonderment
• Format: Softcover chapter book
• Length: 148 pages
• Suggested Reading Age: 7+ years
• Read-Aloud Friendly: Yes

Themes & Features

• Gentle fantasy rooted in woodland and farm life
• Friendship, family bonds, and teamwork
• Courage guided by kindness and perseverance
• Talking animals and magical elementals
• Waldorf-inspired, imaginative storytelling