Illustrated by Marit Tornqvist.
Long ago, in the days of poverty, Matthew and Anna lived with the sternest farmer in the village. Times were hard, and the children worked harder, with no comfort except each other. Then one day, against the grey sky and the white snow, came a glorious red bird. And the bird led them to a miraculous haven where the sun shines and food is plentiful, where children have time for laughter and play.
To stay there, Anna and Matthew must make a simple, impossible choice. It will be one that changes their lives forever.
