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Wild Boy and the Black Terror

By Rob Lloyd Jones

Adjectives

gripping atmospheric thrilling

Genres

Mystery Adventure Historical Fiction

Synopsis

In 1842 London, a mysterious poisoner leaves victims in a state of terror before they die. Wild Boy, a former circus performer with keen detective skills, and his friend Clarissa, an acrobat, embark on a perilous quest to uncover the culprit. Their investigation takes them from the city's darkest slums to its grandest palaces, revealing sinister secrets at the heart of high society.

About the author

Rob Lloyd Jones is a British author who loves writing exciting adventure stories and fascinating non-fiction books for children. He is well known for his book 'Jake Atlas and the Tomb of the Emerald Snake', as well as many popular Usborne books. Rob enjoys exploring and discovering new things to share with his readers.

Pages

332 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2015

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Puss in Boots
Why the Kangaroo Jumps
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