Poppy and Rye
by Avi (Author) Brian Floca (Illustrator)
Heartbroken over the death of her fiance, Ragweed, Poppy, a deer mouse, journeys west through the vast Dimwood Forest to bring the sad news to Ragweed's family. But Poppy and her prickly porcupine pal, Ereth, arrive only to discover that beavers have flooded the serene valley where Ragweed lived. Together Poppy and Ragweed's brother Rye brave kidnapping, imprisonment, and a daring rescue to fight the beavers. At the same time, Rye – who has lived in Ragweed's shadow – fights to prove himself worthy of Poppy's love.
Recognition: Rebecca Caudill Young Reader's Book Award Nominee (2001)
Recognition: Rebecca Caudill Young Reader's Book Award Nominee (2001)
Dimwood Forest Series—Summary and Book Order
Series: Dimwood ForestReading level: 8+
Books in series: 7
Read in order? Yes
Tags: animal fantasy adventure nature friendship illustrated
Print series book list
Books in series order
1. Ragwood (1999)2. Poppy (1995)
3. Poppy and Rye (1997)
4. Ereth's Birthday (2000)
5. Poppy's Return (2005)
6. Poppy and Ereth (2009)
7. Ragweed and Poppy (2021)