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Synopsis
When a mysterious oil lantern and a box of painted slides appear at Blackhope Tower, Sunni and Blaise are drawn back to the place where their adventures first began. When they discover that the slides conceal secrets about artist-magician Fausto Corvo, the pair find themselves once again caught up in a deadly pursuit. An old enemy is still tracking Corvo and will stop at nothing to find him. Sunni and Blaise must fight to protect Corvo's secrets and rid themselves of Soranzo's evil threat once and for all. An old enemy is still tracking Corvo and will stop at nothing to find him. Sunni and Blaise must fight to protect Corvo's secrets and rid themselves of Soranzo's evil threat once and for all. Book #3
Is The shadow lantern appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
This middle grade fantasy adventure features magical artifacts and a pursuit by an antagonist, with mild peril but no graphic violence, mature content, or strong language appropriate for ages 9-12.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids who love puzzles, magical mysteries, and adventures involving art and secret codes will enjoy following Sunni and Blaise as they protect ancient magical secrets.