A wonderful story about a very rich and very selfish man who has everything in the world - except happiness. Who can give the secret of happiness?

A man who has spent his life making money, but who cannot find happiness, learns some valuable lessons from unlikely sources.

When a new boy comes to their school, jealousy and envy cause problems for the five best friends known as the English Roses.

When Yakov, the cobbler's son lies dying, it is the thieves, pickpockets, and criminals of the village whose prayers are heard, causing the boy to be healed.

When Eli the jewelry-maker is commissioned to make a special necklace for the queen, he and his young helper overcome seemingly insurmountable odds to complete the task.

When Madonna's English Roses chapter book series was first published, the books featured black & white artwork throughout. This new edition presents the same ravishing art, but now in full color, highlighting Jeffrey Fulvimari's drawings in gorgeous detail. The English Roses promised to be friends for life, but now something could be coming between them. Grace's mom is acting funny, always cleaning the house, and tidying up. Something is up and the Roses suspect the worst: Grace's mom is getting ready for a move. Could Grace be moving away from the rest of the Roses? The rest of the Roses need to come up with ways to keep the group together...and fast!