Maffles Manatee

A$156 · Offered by Harry Hartog Rare Books

Maffles Manatee is a candle connoisseur. Personal favourites include Ocean Breeze (there’s no scent like home) and Candyfloss – he’s never tasted it, but the aroma alone leaves him giddy. But Maffles isn’t content with any old three-wick. No, he’s dreaming big… underwater candles! For years, he’s tinkered away with Luxe Bunny Luna to perfect them, and they’re very close to a breakthrough. Soon, Maffles hopes the seas will be sparkling with candlelight. Those waterproof wicks are trickier than they look...

• Binding: Hardcover

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