The Cellar Secret by S.E. Palmer is the first installment in The Many Tales of Ollie Webs book series. It is a well-written children's book about a duckling named Ollie and his brother, Koby. Ollie and Koby live at the top of a cafe called Bake Escape. Ollie believes there is a ghost in the cellar because he always hears strange moans and feels the air is cold in there. He decides to sneak into the cellar to investigate, and his older brother Koby, who makes doughnuts, reluctantly follows him. They crawl through dark passageways and find a secret animal hideout. There, they meet Popcorn, a shy rabbit, and Elf, a cautious dog, who had been hiding. Is there really a ghost in the cellar? Their little adventure tests their courage and shows them that not everything is what it seems.

The plot twists and lively characters made the story exciting and full of good vibes. I love the different personalities and brotherly bond between Ollie and Koby. Ollie is brave and funny, while Koby is protective and avoids trouble. Palmer's writing is clear, simple, and fast-paced; the playful tone she used will make it a great story for young readers. The drawings were cute and adorable. The Cellar Secret covers themes of courage, friendship, adventure, teamwork, and kindness, especially when Ollie and Koby learned about Popcorn's and Elf's hardships. The names given to the characters were charming and showed Palmer's thoughtfulness and great attention to detail. I recommend The Cellar Secret by S.E. Palmer to young readers. It will be a great read for fans of animal adventures and amusing stories.

The Cellar Secret by S. E. Palmer is a fun mystery adventure story for kids. There’s something in the cellar, and Ollie Webs wants to know what it is. But the Bake Escape café cellar is the one place Ollie isn’t allowed to go, so how will he find out? With courage, that’s how – oh, and his brother Koby, of course. Together, they investigate the mysteries of the cellar, determined to discover if the Cellar Ghost really does exist, but don’t expect a straightforward adventure – lots can happen along the way!

The first book in The Many Tales of Ollie Webs series by S. E. Palmer, The Cellar Secret is a wonderfully written story packed with adventure, mischief, and mayhem. This is a really fun story for younger readers, and it will keep them entertained from the first to the last page, as they follow Ollie and Kobi on their adventures. It will almost feel like the book version of a pantomime, with your kids yelling out, “It’s behind you!” as they become one with the brother ducks and their story. The book is illustrated, and although the drawings are simple, they add excitement and are a focal point for kids. Seeing the characters brought to life will help immerse them even further. This is a lovely bedtime story for young readers, but it would also make an excellent addition to school reading time. Highly recommended reading, because it will also teach children not to give up when the going gets a little bit tough and scary.