The Ratastrophe Catastrophe by David Lee Stone

Diek Wustapha is just a shepherd from the countryside, but then something happens… A dark magic takes over, and he is instantly transformed into an irresistable charmer. It just so happens that a nearby city, Dullitch, is having issues with a rat infestation — as well as a lack of qualified rat catchers. When the Duke sends out a call for help, Diek is able to remove all the rats quickly and easily. All he has to do is play his magical flute, and the rats simply follow. The real trouble starts, however, when the Duke has no money to pay Diek, as promised. Diek’s revenge plan? To kidnap all the children of Dullitch. Can anyone help the Duke now? Will they help, even if they are capable, after finding out the reason Diek kidnapped the children in the first place? This hilarious novel holds all the answers… Except, of course, for what happens in the rest of the series! (The Illmoor Chronicles by David Lee Stone)

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