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Synopsis
When Clara vanishes after the puppeteer Grisini and two orphaned assistants were at her twelfth birthday party, suspicion of kidnapping chases the trio away from London and soon the two orphans are caught in a trap set by Grisini's ancient rival, a witch with a deadly inheritance to shed before it is too late.
Is Splendors and glooms appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Dark Victorian fantasy with kidnapping, witchcraft, and implied peril to children. Atmospheric and gothic tone with moderate magical violence and threat, but age-appropriate for middle grade readers who can handle suspense.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include child harm, kidnapping, and death.
Who'll love this
Two orphans must outwit a sinister puppeteer and a deadly witch in this creepy, atmospheric adventure full of mystery and magic.