In early afternoon the next day the Brisby family was ready to make the trek back to their summer home. Johnathan paused for a moment to take in their surroundings as he’d done yesterday; then he turned to look upon the large assemblage of rats who had gathered just outside the main entrance to see them off.

By Marcus Lindemann

The Rats of NIMH have settled into their new home at Thorn Valley, and Mrs. Brisby and three of her children came to live with them. However, Teresa arrives from the farm with news that is ominous indeed. Perhaps they had not outsmarted NIMH after all? Housed off-site.

CHAPTER 6: THE JOURNEY

The flight was a trip none of the rodents would forget in a long time.

CHAPTER 7: THE DEEP

The rest of the ride was relatively quiet. Few passengers got on the bus on their way to the city of Baltimore and nobody bothered with the cramped seating at the rear. Having eaten all the peanuts the rodents soon became lulled by the rocking of the vehicle and their general lack of sleep. Even Justin, who once again offered to keep watch so that they would not miss their stop, dozed off despite himself.

More than two hours into the ride matters became interesting once more.

By Edwin Ross Quantrall

A wonderfully sophisticated cross-over between "The Secret of NIMH" and "Robin Hood." Inspired by a picture drawn by Ken Singshow, this author takes a darker look at both stories (and some other elements as well) in this enchanting work in progress.