The Incredible Talking Machine
By Jenni Spangler
A talking machine predicts trouble—can Tig uncover the truth before the theatre’s secret escapes?
gothic · mysterious · atmospheric · thrilling
Genres
What is The Incredible Talking Machine about?
Tig works backstage at Manchester’s Theatre Royale, dreaming of becoming a stage manager while enduring the cruel demands of her boss, Mr Snell. When Professor Faber unveils a remarkable talking machine, Tig notices that it seems strangely alive—and may be able to predict the future. As suspicious events unfold and a dangerous secret emerges, Tig must use her ingenuity and courage to uncover the truth, protect the people she cares about and save the theatre before it is too late.
About the author
Jenni Spangler is a British author who writes exciting children’s books filled with mystery, magic and surprising adventures. She enjoys taking familiar places and adding a touch of wonder and hocus-pocus. Her popular stories include The Vanishing Trick and The Incredible Talking Machine. Jenni lives in Staffordshire with her family. She loves old photographs, picture books and tea, and hopes her stories inspire young readers to enjoy getting lost in books.
Pages
256 pages
Reading age
Older Junior (10-15)
This edition
2021
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