The Secret of the Treasure Keepers
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The Secret of the Treasure Keepers by Am Howell
From the bestselling and award-winning A.M. Howell, author of The Garden of Lost Secrets and The House of One Hundred Clocks, comes a brand-new thrilling historical mystery of stolen treasure, friendship and deep courage set in the immediate aftermath of the Second World War. February 1948. Ruth has been whisked off to the lonely Rook Farm to investigate the discovery of long-buried treasure with her mother. But at the farmhouse, she finds secrets lurk around every corner. Joe, the farmer's son, is hiding something about the treasure, while land girl Audrey watches their every move. But before Ruth can find out more, the treasure is stolen... With a storm coming, Ruth must race to uncover the secrets of the treasure keepers before all of their lives are changed forever. Praise for A.M. Howell WINNER OF THE MAL PEET CHILDREN'S AWARD WINNER OF THE EAST ANGLIAN BOOK OF THE YEAR A SUNDAY TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK "Howell is a hypnotically readable writer, who keeps the pulse racing, while allowing every character slowly to unravel." The Telegraph "Gripping plot as well as authentic historical detail." The Daily Mail "Fans of Emma Carroll will adore this historical tale of derring-do and righted wrongs." The Times "Atmospheric, full of period detail, and most importantly, thrilling." The i
The Secret Of The Treasure Keepers is a thrilling archaeological dig of a mystery novel, with each new clue as precious and exciting as buried goldA.M. Howell writes so evocatively that I could practically smell the trowelled earth! Truly superb stuff. * Darren Simpson, author of Scavengers *
The mysteries swirl thick and fast in this wonderfully atmospheric tale by the brilliant A.M. Howell. Set in the post-war Fens, the story - about buried treasure and family secrets - grips right from the start. I loved it! * Judith Eagle, author of The Secret Starling *
Another superb historical novel by A.M. Howell * The Daily Telegraph *
With themes of family secrets, buried treasure, national hardship, resilience, women's rights and archaeological integrity at its beating heart, plus all the addictive the excitement of literally digging into the past to enjoy, this is top class reading for all middle-graders. * Lancashire Evening Post *
A mystery of stolen treasure and courage set in the aftermath of the Second World War. * The i *
The mysteries swirl thick and fast in this wonderfully atmospheric tale by the brilliant A.M. Howell. Set in the post-war Fens, the story - about buried treasure and family secrets - grips right from the start. I loved it! * Judith Eagle, author of The Secret Starling *
Another superb historical novel by A.M. Howell * The Daily Telegraph *
With themes of family secrets, buried treasure, national hardship, resilience, women's rights and archaeological integrity at its beating heart, plus all the addictive the excitement of literally digging into the past to enjoy, this is top class reading for all middle-graders. * Lancashire Evening Post *
A mystery of stolen treasure and courage set in the aftermath of the Second World War. * The i *
A.M. Howell has always been inspired by the stories around her, and how imagination can unlock the secrets of the past. Her thrilling historical mysteries have garnered great critical acclaim, winning both the Mal Peet Children's Book Award, and the East Anglian Book of the Year Award, as well as being shortlisted for lots of other prizes. A.M. Howell lives in Suffolk with her husband and two sons.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781474991117 |
| ISBN 10 | 1474991114 |
| Title | The Secret of the Treasure Keepers |
| Author | Am Howell |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Usborne Publishing Ltd |
| Year published | 2022-03-31 |
| Number of pages | 336 |
| Prizes | Long-listed for Young Quills Award for Historical Fiction 2023 (UK) |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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