Unexpected Tale of Bastien Bonlivre

Bastien Bonlivre and Olivier Odieux are two stories that connect through a dangerous secret, a hidden mystery, and an unexpected race across Paris for the truth. Bastien is a boy with a big imagination who is determined to finish the story his parents started, while Olivier is a bestselling author who is struggling to complete his latest novel.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 02 September 2021
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

The open door beckoned with a mysterious allure, offering a tantalizing glimpse of what lay beyond. Yet, Bastien couldn't shake off the feeling that it might also be a treacherous trap, waiting to ensnare him. With no other options at hand, he took a hesitant step forward, his heart pounding with a mix of anticipation and fear.

As he ventured deeper into the unknown, Bastien's mind raced with possibilities. Was this a chance for adventure, or a deadly trap? He couldn't quite discern the truth, but he knew he had to press on, driven by an insatiable curiosity and a sense of duty.

The interior of the room was dimly lit, casting an eerie shadow over everything. Bastien's eyes adjusted to the darkness, and he could make out the outlines of furniture and objects. He took a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves, and began to explore his surroundings.

The room was filled with strange artifacts and mysterious symbols, each one hinting at a hidden world waiting to be uncovered. Bastien's imagination ran wild, and he couldn't help but wonder about the stories these objects could tell. He reached out to touch one of them, a delicate crystal vase, and felt a strange energy emanating from it.

Suddenly, the door slammed shut behind him, and Bastien was trapped. He tried to push it open, but it was locked tight. Panic began to set in, and he started to run around the room, searching for any way out.

Just as he was about to give up hope, he heard a faint noise coming from the corner of the room. He approached it cautiously, and to his surprise, he found a hidden passageway. With a surge of adrenaline, Bastien followed the passageway, hoping it would lead him to safety.

The passageway twisted and turned, leading Bastien deeper into the heart of the unknown. He could hear strange sounds and feel the walls closing in on him, but he refused to give up. He knew that he had to find a way out, no matter what the cost.

After what felt like an eternity, Bastien finally emerged into a bright, open space. He took a deep breath of fresh air, grateful to be alive, and looked around him in awe. He was standing in the middle of a grand courtyard, surrounded by towering buildings and intricate gardens.

As he stood there, trying to process what had just happened, he heard a voice calling out to him. It was Alice, one of his friends, who had been searching for him.

"Bastien! Are you okay?" Alice asked, her voice filled with relief.

"I'm fine," Bastien replied, his voice shaking. "But what happened? Where are we?"

Alice explained that they had been caught up in a plot by the villainous Olivier Odieux, who was trying to steal the ending of Bastien's story. They had been trapped in a mysterious room, but Bastien had managed to find a hidden passageway that led them to safety.

Together, Bastien and Alice set out to stop Olivier from stealing the ending they deserved. They knew that they faced a dangerous enemy, but they were determined to fight back. With the power of their imagination and their friendship, they were able to outsmart Olivier and save the city from his evil plans.

In the end, Bastien and Alice emerged victorious, and the city was saved. They had proven that the power of imagination and friendship could overcome even the greatest of challenges. And as they walked away from the courtyard, hand in hand, Bastien knew that he had found something truly special - a story that would live on for generations to come.

A classic adventure story about friendship, hope, bravery and the power of imagination.

Weight: 288g
Dimension: 508 x 206 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474986489