Den makalöse Maurice och hans kultiverade gnagare
- 249 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
With his first young-adult novel, Terry Pratchett invites readers ages 12 and up to explore Discworld, a whimsical realm familiar to his adult fans. This story offers a unique twist on the Pied Piper theme, featuring a thinking cat named Maurice and a group of clever rats with amusing names like Big Savings and Dangerous Beans. Together with a boy named Keith, they concoct a scheme to profit from their antics in various towns. Their plan involves creating chaos to prompt townsfolk to hire them for pest control, but when they reach Bad Blintz, they encounter Malicia, a girl with a vivid imagination who complicates their mission. The situation escalates as they discover that Bad Blintz already faces a rat problem, supposedly under control by dubious rat catchers. Beneath the town lies a treacherous maze of traps and poisons, and a lurking monster that even Malicia cannot fathom. As Maurice and the rats fight for survival, themes of life after death, good versus evil, and sacrifice emerge. While the narrative is filled with humor and engaging moments, it also delves into darker elements, with intense scenes that may challenge some readers.