The Secrets of Vesuvius
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2001

The Secrets of Vesuvius

Written by Caroline Lawrence

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· 680L
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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
Lexile
680L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.4
F&P level
~P
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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