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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2011 · Est. 4.5 hour read
Secrets at Sea
By Richard Peck
A young mouse named Helena narrates the story of her family's journey from their home in the walls of a house to the ship that will take them to London, England, where they will attend a royal reception and navigate the complexities of human society.
3.7/5 Goodreads · 2,482 ratings
238 pages· 32,147 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
In 1887, a family of mice secretly boards a grand cruise ship bound for England. As stowaways, they navigate a world of hidden dangers and unexpected laughs. Will they remain undiscovered, or will their tiny escapades lead to big trouble? Join this charming family on a whimsical journey where every corner holds a new surprise. Discover the hidden lives of these tiny adventurers as they explore the ship's vast wonders, facing near misses and delightful twists along the way. A tale of courage and curiosity awaits on the high seas.
From the publisher
The adorable tale of a family of mice stowaways on an adventurous ship’s journey In the beloved tradition of The Borrowers, The Tale of Despereaux, and The Cricket in Times Square, here is an irresistible adventure story about the tiny creatures who secretly live among us humans, as only Newbery Medal winner Richard Peck could imagine it. Set on a grand cruise ship to England in 1887, this beautifully illustrated tale of a charming family of mice is full of laughs, near misses, and surprises. Multiple-award-winning author Richard Peck at his best and most playful!
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 238
- Words
- 32,147
- Reading age
- 8–11
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 600L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.2
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 147581
Publication
- Published
- October 11, 2012
- First published
- October 13, 2011
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780142421833
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