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Synopsis
When Miss Eells gives young Anthony a job at the library, he thinks he’ll just be dusting shelves and filing books. Instead, he discovers a hidden clue leading to the treasure of eccentric millionaire Alpheus Winterborn. Miss Eells thinks the clues are a practical joke left by the odd, old Winterborn before he died. But then why do things suddenly start getting so strange? And terrifying?
Is The Treasure of Alpheus Winterborn appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A classic middle grade mystery-adventure with mild suspense and spooky atmosphere. No violence, romance, or strong language—just clever puzzles and gentle thrills appropriate for young readers.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids who love treasure hunts, library mysteries, and figuring out cryptic clues will race through this atmospheric puzzle adventure.