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The Highland Falcon Thief

By M. G. Leonard and Sam Sedgman

Book 1 of 6 in the Adventures On Trains series

Adjectives

thrilling engaging mysterious fast-paced

Genres

Adventure Mystery Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Eleven-year-old Harrison 'Hal' Beck embarks on the final journey of the royal steam train, the Highland Falcon, with his travel-writer uncle. Expecting a dull trip, Hal befriends Lenny, a stowaway girl. When a princess's diamond necklace is stolen, suspicion falls on Lenny. Hal must use his keen observation and sketching skills to uncover the real thief and clear his friend's name before the train reaches its final stop.

About the author

M. G. Leonard is a bestselling British author who loves writing exciting adventure stories for children. She is well known for her Beetle Boy series, which is all about brave kids, clever beetles, and thrilling mysteries. M. G. Leonard enjoys exploring nature and hopes her books inspire children to discover the wonders of the natural world.

Pages

256 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2020

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