Curiosity House: The Fearsome Firebird (Book Three)

In this third book in the Curiosity House mystery series, four children must uncover Nicholas Rattigan's newest scheme, wage war with a rival freak show, and deal with a spy who may have infiltrated their home.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 14 June 2018
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

In this thrilling third installment of the exceptional Curiosity House mystery series, bestselling author Lauren Oliver and enigmatic recluse H. C. Chester transport readers to a world of mystery and adventure. Four courageous children, Sam, Philippa, Thomas, and Max, are once again thrust into the heart of danger as they embark on a mission to uncover the latest diabolical scheme of the evil Nicholas Rattigan.

Just as they begin to recover from their harrowing encounter with Rattigan and their daring escape, a series of bank robberies rocks the city, sending shockwaves through the community. The stakes have never been higher, and the children must use all their skills and ingenuity to unravel the mystery behind these crimes.

As the investigation unfolds, the children discover a link between the bank robberies and the mysterious flea circus that Professor Farnum, the ringmaster of the museum, has recently launched. The circus has become immensely popular, drawing crowds from all over the world. However, behind the scenes, something sinister is brewing.

Professor Farnum is charged with murder, and the search for the real killer uncovers a plot that is far more intricate and dangerous than any individual crime. It seems that Nicholas Rattigan has masterminded a grand scheme that involves a rival freak show and a spy who has infiltrated their happy home.

The children are determined to stop Rattigan and bring him to justice, but they face numerous challenges along the way. They must navigate through a web of lies and deceit, confront their fears and doubts, and rely on each other's strengths to overcome the odds.

With their wits, courage, and unwavering determination, Sam, Philippa, Thomas, and Max embark on a perilous journey that takes them through the heart of the city and into the depths of Rattigan's twisted mind. They must face off against dangerous enemies, uncover hidden secrets, and unravel the mysteries that have haunted them for so long.

In the end, the children emerge victorious, having saved the city from the clutches of evil and proven that even the smallest and most curious among us can make a difference in the face of adversity. The Curiosity House mystery series continues to captivate readers with its thrilling storytelling, memorable characters, and intricate plots, leaving them eagerly anticipating the next installment.

Weight: 242g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781444777291