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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2001
The Secrets of Vesuvius
Book #2 in the The Roman Mysteries series
A treasure hunt turns deadly as Mount Vesuvius erupts. Can they escape?
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213 pages
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Bookroo's summary
In AD 79, Flavia Gemina and her friends journey to Pompeii, seeking treasure through a mysterious riddle. But their adventure takes a perilous turn when Mount Vesuvius erupts, threatening their lives. Will they solve the mystery and escape the deadly eruption in time? This thrilling historical adventure tests their courage and friendship against nature's fury.
From the publisher
It’s the summer of AD 79 and Flavia Gemina and her friends, Jonathan, Nubia and Lupus, set sail for the Bay of Naples where they are going to stay with Flavia’s uncle near Pompeii. Once they arrive, they are soon absorbed in a quest to solve a riddle that may lead to treasure. But then tragedy strikes: Mount Vesuvius erupts and the friends must flee for their lives! Not just a mystery - this is an absolutely thrilling action adventure that brings history to life!
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 213
- Reading age
- 9–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
The author
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The fine print
Book details
Publication
- Published
- July 1, 2002
- First published
- January 1, 2001
- Publisher
- Orion Childrens
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781842550212
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