It's the day of the ball in Fairyland, but little Princess Tansy is too young to attend. Instead, she watches the proceedings from the terrace high above. From there, she can see her awful Great Aunt Oralia, her lovely sister Princess Melodie, the charming Prince Leon and ...and two mysterious characters who are up to no good! What will Tansy do?
A much-beloved author and illustrator, Shirley's books have sold millions of copies in languages and countries across the globe. Now in her eighties, Shirley still lives in Melbourne and continues to draw and paint, exploring fairies and her own imagination. She comes from a family of fine artists and boasts a commercial arts background. Her artistry is reflected in her stunning fairy images and detailed paintings of animals, flowers, and plants, a testament to her admiration of the natural world.
