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Dominic's Discovery

By Gervase Phinn

Adjectives

adventurous humorous engaging

Genres

Adventure Humour Mystery

Synopsis

Dominic Dowson is always in the wrong place at the wrong time, earning him a reputation for trouble. Barely allowed on the school trip to Thundercliff Bay—famed for pirate legends and ghost stories—he quickly lands in hot water with strict Mr Risley-Newsome. But when the class faces real danger, Dominic's unexpected discovery turns him into an unlikely hero, proving that sometimes, being in the right place at the right time makes all the difference.

About the author

Gervase Phinn is a well-loved British author and storyteller. He is famous for writing funny books about life as a school inspector, such as the popular 'Dales' series. Gervase enjoys sharing stories about teachers, children, and schools, and his books often make readers laugh while celebrating the joys of learning.

Pages

192 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2004

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