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The Whispers in the Walls by Sophie Cleverly
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars
· 16 ratings
When the walls begin to speak, it is unwise to ignore what they have to say...At the bidding of their cold-hearted stepmother, twin sisters Scarlet and Ivy are sentenced to board for a year at Rookwood School. The headmaster is cruel, the hallways are drafty, and there seems to be a thief afoot...

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The Little House by Virginia Lee Burton
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars
· 44 ratings
The little house first stood in the country, but gradually the city moved closer and closer. This picture book about the changes that come to a little house is beautiful and timeless...

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Mission Titanic by Jude Watson
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars
· 17 ratings
The Outcast was banished from the Cahill family, never mentioned again. For years, he’s been lurking, watching, recruiting, waiting for the chance for revenge. And now he strikes, with a diabolical plan. The Outcast recreates four of history’s most infamous disasters, and gives the Cahill kids just days to stop them...

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Sir Quinlan and the Swords of Valor by Chuck Black
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars
· 10 ratings
Two friends face the Dark Knight’s deadliest scheme, but only one knight has the courage to overcome.Sir Quinlan leaves his boyhood friend to serve the Prince, fighting a battle darker and more intense than any he’s ever known...

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Back in Time by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars
· 10 ratings
Return to the past with Geronimo Stilton in this fabumouse special edition!Imagine my surprise when I, Geronimo Stilton, was offered the chance to travel back in time again! Professor Paws von Volt entrusted me to lead my family on a secret journey in his new time machine...

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The Little Red Caboose by Marian Potter
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars
· 24 ratings
All aboard! This classic Little Golden Book, originally published in 1953, tells the tale of a charming red caboose who wants nothing more than to be as popular as the big steam engine at the front of the train. Boys and girls will love the inspiring tale and the colorful illustrations by Tibor Gergely...

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Gladiator by Dewey Gram, William Nicholson
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars
· 14 ratings
Ridley Scott brings the splendour of Ancient Rome to the big screen, with Russell Crowe as the Roman general who wreaks vengeance on the man who rules the Roman empire. The film is released on 19th May 2000...

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The Shadowlands: A Branches Book by Katrina Charman
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina...

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World at War, 1944 by Mary Pope Osborne
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
· 12 ratings
The first Magic Tree House(R) Super Edition--and Jack and Annie's most dangerous mission ever in the scariest time the world has ever known--World War II...

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Hyperversum: Il cavaliere del tempo by Cecilia Randall
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
· 12 ratings
Sono passati tre anni dal momento in cui Ian e Daniel si sono salutati prendendo strade (e secoli) molto diversi tra loro. Di tanto in tanto, Daniel non può fare a meno di ritentare una partita con Hyperversum, nella speranza di incontrare nuovamente l'amico...

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Silent Night by Clifford Riley
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
· 12 ratings
A brand new holiday adventure from the world of The 39 Clues! The year is 1914 and war is raging in Europe. Eager to win glory for the Lucian branch, sixteen-year-old Rupert Davenport (Ian Kabra's ancestor) sneaks off to France to join the fighting. But the reality of battle is unlike anything Rupert imagined...

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39 Clues, The: Doublecross, Book 4: Mission Atomic by Sarwat Chadda, David Pittu
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars
· 24 ratings
The thrilling conclusion to 39 Clues Part VI: Doublecross...

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Warriors of Cumorah by Chris Heimerdinger
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars
· 16 ratings
When Becky and Josh Plimpton are kidnapped by Todd Finlay, Megan and her two suitors, Ryan and Apollus, attempt to rescue them, but through the mysterious powers of the Rainbow Room, one group ends up in nineteenth-century Jerusalem and the other in central America hundreds of years after the visitation of the Savior to the Nephites...

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The Sacred Quest by Chris Heimerdinger
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
· 18 ratings
(formerly Tennis Shoes and the Seven...

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The Golden Crown by Chris Heimerdinger
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
· 18 ratings
Hang on to your seats as the heart-pounding adventure of Harry Hawkins and Meagan Sorenson in the land of Jerusalem and the world of the Romans races toward its thrilling conclusion.In a nightmarish twist of events, Harry finds himself in the midst of unforeseen enemies who seek to separate him from all he holds dear...

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Feathered Serpent, Part 2 by Chris Heimerdinger
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
· 18 ratings
The Journey: "As we separated from the rest of the refugees of Zarahemla, a terrible vision haunted my thoughts. By abandoning my two younger children to search for Melody, might I lose my entire family?" The Destruction: "It was coming from the north, a wall of rolling, tumbling, churning clouds the color of charcoal, the sweeping palm of God..

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Legacy by Clifford Riley
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars
· 19 ratings
The first of seven brand new 39 clues stories, leading up to one explosive reveal.Time is running out for Grace Cahill as she struggles to make the most important choice of her life: a decision that will shape the future of the Cahill family... and the world at large...

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Operation Trinity by Clifford Riley, David Pittu
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars
· 19 ratings
For 500 years, the Cahills have been the most powerful family in the world. For 500 years, they've protected the source of their power - the 39 Clues. And for 500 years, they've kept their secrets silent. Until now...

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The Black Book of Buried Secrets by Mallory Kass, Rick Riordan
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars
· 25 ratings
For the past five hundred years, the Cahills have silently dominated the world. Their desperate hunt for the 39 Clues lies behind some of history’s biggest enigmas – the curse of the Hope diamond, the race to summit Mt. Everest, the wild life and death of Harry Houdini. And now – finally – the secrets are out...

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The Bard and the Beast by Jordan Quinn
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
Prince Lucas discovers that sometimes music is the only way to defeat a savage beast in this newest adventure from the fantastical Kingdom of Wrenly series.Prince Lucas does not want to learn to play the lute. He would much rather be outside exploring with his best friend Clara...

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Wakestone Hall by Judith Rossell
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
THE MAGICAL CONCLUSION TO STELLA'S AWARD-WINNING STORY From bestselling writer-illustrator Judith Rossell comes the thrilling and magical conclusion to her multi-award-winning novel, Withering-by-Sea...

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The Sorcerer's Shadow by Jordan Quinn
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
In the twelfth fantastical book from The Kingdom of Wrenly series, Prince Lucas and Clara go on an adventure in the forest realm of Trellis!All is not right in the forest realm of Trellis. Birds have left their nests and bears have abandoned their dens, as a mysterious magic threatens the natural order of the deep, dark woods...

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The Last of the Lost Boys by N.D. Wilson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
From the bestselling author of 100 Cupboards comes the spellbinding finale of the Outlaws of Time series, perfect for fans of Armand Baltazar’s Timeless: Diego and the Rangers of the Vastlantic or Soman Chainani’s School of Good and Evil series.Alex always thought his life was boring at best...

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Saturday, the Twelfth of October by Norma Fox Mazer
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
After spending almost a year with cave people from an earlier time, a young girl is transported back to the present greatly changed, both by her experience and by the fact that no one believes her...

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The Hunt for the Mad Wolf's Daughter by Diane Magras
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
The companion to a New York Times Editors' Choice and Kids' Indie Next List Pick--a heart-pounding adventure starring a strong heroine who is battling the challenges of being a legend--perfect for reading aloud with the whole family In this Scottish medieval adventure, after attempting a daring rescue of her war-band family, Drest learns that Lord Faintree's traitorous uncle has claimed the...

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Peut-on adopter un bébé terriblosaure ? by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
Geronimo Stilton's ancient ancestor is back in another prehistoric adventure!Geronimo Stiltonoot and his family save a young dinosaur from the river! The dinosaur and Benjamin quickly become good friends. But the dino turns out to have a tremendous talent . .

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The Pegasus Quest by Jordan Quinn
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
In the tenth fantastical adventure of The Kingdom of Wrenly series, Prince Lucas and Clara must rescue a young Pegasus.When a shooting star streaks across the night sky, Prince Lucas makes a wish for an epic adventure. Little did he know it would come true! As Lucas and Clara set out to investigate some mysterious happenings in Wrenly, they find a Pegasus that is lost and in danger...

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Hunt for the Devil's Dragon by Marianne Hering, Wayne Thomas Batson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
· 6 ratings
If you're brave, follow cousins Beth and Patrick to Libya in the 13th century. The town of Silene is being terrorized by a vicious animal that is eating livestock. The townspeople believe it's a dragon sent by the devil. In order to appease the beast, the people believe they must offer a human sacrifice--a young girl named Sabra...

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Let the Games Begin! by Jordan Quinn
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
· 8 ratings
In this seventh chapter book in the fantastical Kingdom of Wrenly series, Clara sets out to prove that girls can be knights too.The diverse subjects of Wrenly have traveled far and wide to participate in the kingdom’s Grand Tournament. Dragons will fly, trolls will juggle, and knights will duel...

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Cavemice: The Fast and the Frozen by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
· 8 ratings
Geronimo Stilton's ancient ancestor Geronimo Stiltonoot is back in another prehistoric adventure!A visiting rodent has arrived in Old Mouse City with astounding news. On his recent journey to a cold, distant land, he spotted a mountain . . . moving! Holey cheese! Geronimo Stiltonoot is determined to travel to the ice and snow himself to find out what lies behind this mystery...

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4 Years Trapped in My Mind Palace by Johan Twiss
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
· 8 ratings
Diagnosed with a rare form of meningitis, a teenage boy is paralyzed from head to toe--trapped in his own mind. To cope with his imprisonment, he retreats to an imaginary world called his Mind Palace, but the lines between reality and time blur into wild adventures after he gets a new roommate--an old, outspoken, Jewish jazz musician with dementia...

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Christopher Robin: The Novelization by Elizabeth Rudnick
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
· 8 ratings
Capturing the heartwarming magic of Walt Disney Studios' upcoming Christopher Robin film, this novelization pulls fans back into the world of Pooh through a book that enables them to relive the story and revisit their old pals whenever they please...

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Das Jahrhundertkind by Ralf Isau
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
· 8 ratings
Born in 1900, David Camden lived for 100 years, and this series of four fantasy novels uses his life to recount the achievements of the 20th century through fantasy worlds, ancient myths, sagas, and legends. Camden's life mission is to oppose The Twilight Circlepica de un hombre contra fuerzas antiguas y poderosas...

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Stolen Magic by Stephanie Burgis
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars
· 10 ratings
When Kat’s family travels to a grand country house on the Devon coast for her sister Angeline’s wedding, Kat is stalked by a dangerous magical enemy - and finds everything she thought she knew about her late mother called into question...

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Verbannt ans Ende der Welt by Rainer M. Schröder
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars
· 10 ratings
England 1804: Abby Lynn ist gerade vierzehn Jahre alt, als sie an einem kalten Februarmorgen in den Straßen Londons in einen Taschendiebstahl verwickelt wird. Angeblich der Komplizenschaft überführt, verschwindet sie hinter den Mauern des berühmt-berüchtigten Gefängnisses von Newgate...

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The Jewel of the Kalderash by Marie Rutkoski
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
· 12 ratings
Upon arriving in the Romany homeland to deliver the Mercator Globes, Petra Kronos, Tomik, and Neel formulate a plan to save Petra’s father, who has been transformed into a Gray Man. But when a long-held secret is revealed, Neel finds himself bound to his country.The friends are quickly swept up in an epic battle for power. Thrones are at stake. Spies are afoot. Murder is common...

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Around the World in 80 Days by Deanna McFadden, Arthur Pober
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
· 12 ratings
When Phileas Fogg, a man of habit whose every day is like the one before, makes a bet that he can circle the globe in just 80 days, the race is on. Verne's classic story bubbles with excitement, suspense, and colorful locations. Illustrations...

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Aunt Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky by Faith Ringgold
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
· 12 ratings
Illus. in full color. Cassie, who flew above New York in Tar Beach, soars into the sky once more. This time, she and her brother Be Be meet a train full of people, and Be Be joins them. But the train departs before Cassie can climb aboard...

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Moonlocket by Peter Bunzl
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
· 12 ratings
It’s hard to escape the secrets from the past. Storm clouds gather over Lily and Robert’s summer when criminal mastermind the Jack of Diamonds appears. Jack is searching for the mysterious Moonlocket—but that’s not the only thing he’s after. Suddenly, dark secrets from Robert’s past plunge him into danger. Jack is playing a cruel game that Robert is wrapped up in...

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Fireworks by Clifford Riley
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
· 12 ratings
The last of seven brand new 39 Clues stories, with an explosive secret revealed!The holidays can be hard for any family, but they're particularly tough for the Cahills. Amy Cahill is exhausted from her training. Dan can't forget the tragedies he witnessed on the Clue hunt. Ian and Natalie Kabra are trying to enjoy the London festivities, but it's hard without their parents...

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The Queen of Thieves by Johan Rundberg
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
· 12 ratings
Mika will do what it takes to uncover a string of thefts in the city―and keep her fellow orphans safe. After a merciless winter, spring has sprung in 1880 Stockholm, and the city awaits the arrival of the SS Vega , the first ship to have sailed the Northeast Passage...

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Crane by Jeff Stone
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars
· 23 ratings
For the past 12 years, Hok, a crane-style Kung Fu master, has hidden the fact that she is a girl. Now her rogue brother, Ying, and his army have placed a huge price on her head. Fortunately, she manages to make it to Keifeng where she finds her mother and a round-eye with the very funny name of Charles...

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Eagle by Jeff Stone
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars
· 24 ratings
For year, Ying hated his grandmaster for denying him the opportunity to train as a Dragon, and held a deep resentment for his five younger brothers–grandmaster’s favorites. He took his revenge and burnt the Cangzhen temple to the ground, but the five youngsters survived and continue to be a thorn in his side...

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Magic Tree House: #5-8 by Mary Pope Osborne
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars
· 14 ratings
- Night of the Ninjas - Afternoon on the Amazon - Sunset of the Sabertooth - Midnight on the Moon Books 5-8 of the "New York Times" bestselling Magic Tree House series boxed together for the first time These four titles are the perfect gift for a Magic Tree House fan or any child who loves a good adventure...

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Magic Tree House: #9-12 (Collection) by Mary Pope Osborne
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars
· 14 ratings
The Magic Tree House adventures continue in books 9—12. Morgan the magical librarian of Camelot challenges Jack and Annie to discover the answers to four riddles as they travel under the sea to the Wild West, the African plains, and the frozen Arctic...

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A Crazy Day With Cobras by Mary Pope Osborne
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars
· 16 ratings
The New York Times bestselling Magic Tree House series is back!But with the magic tree house comes terrible news: Merlin’s beloved penguin, Penny, has been put under a spell! Jack and Annie must find four things to break the spell. The first is a rare and precious emerald...

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A Ghost Tale for Christmas Time by Mary Pope Osborne
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars
· 16 ratings
A spirited holiday mission!The magic tree house whisks Jack and Annie back in time to the foggy streets of Victorian London, where they must help Charles Dickens. But the famous author has everything he could possibly want. How are they supposed to help him? It's not until Mr. Dickens rescues them from being thrown in jail that they discover his secret past and the sad memories that haunt him...

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Crushed by Clifford Riley
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars
· 16 ratings
Ian Kabra has an embarrassing secret. It's not that he once accidentally ate at Burger King. It's not that he still has his childhood teddy bear, Mr Buttons. It's that he can't stop thinking about a certain grubby American orphan...

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Sir Cumference and the First Round Table by Cindy Neuschwander, Wayne Geehan
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars
· 16 ratings
Key Features Description Assisted by his knight, Sir Cumference, and using ideas offered by his wife and son, King Arthur finds the perfect shape for his table. Assisted by his knight, Sir Cumference, and using ideas offered by his wife and son, King Arthur finds the perfect shape for his table. Standards 3.MD.D...

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Moonlight on the Magic Flute by Mary Pope Osborne
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars
· 18 ratings
Jack and Annie head to 18th-century Austria, where they must find and help a musician by the name of Mozart. Decked out in the craziest outfits they've ever worn--including a wig for Jack and a giant hoopskirt for Annie!--the two siblings search an entire palace to no avail. Their hunt is further hampered by the appearance of a mischievous little boy who is determined to follow them everywhere...

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