When the Second World War air raids threaten their safety in the City, Carrie and her brother Nick are evacuated to a small Welsh village. But the countryside has dangers and adventures of its own - and a group of characters will change Carrie's life for ever. There is mean Mr Evans, who won't let the children eat meat, but there is also king Auntie Lou. There is brilliant young Albert Sandwich, another evacuee, and Mr Johnny, who speaks a language all of his own. Then there is Hepzibah green, the witch at Druid's Grove who makes perfect mince pier, and the ancient skull with its terrifying curse.....
