Books About Secret Passages

The Best Secret Passages Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Secret Passages

The Vanishing Stair
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2019

The Vanishing Stair

By Maureen Johnson · Book #2 in the Truly Devious series

A deadly mystery at Ellingham Academy demands answers, but the truth comes at a cost.

400 pages· 85,565 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 112,890 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Stevie Bell is obsessed with solving the infamous Truly Devious case—a kidnapping and murder at Ellingham Academy. Pulled from school after a classmate's death, Stevie strikes a risky deal to return. As she navigates secrets and lies, including those of her enigmatic friend David, Stevie must unravel a historical riddle with deadly implications. Can she uncover the truth before it's too late, or will the past claim another victim?
The Island of Adventure
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$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1944

The Island of Adventure

Book #1 in the The Adventure series series

Children uncover danger on a mysterious island with secret tunnels.

304 pages· 64,292 words· Est. 12 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 6,286 ratings
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Summary: Philip, Dinah, Lucy-Ann, and Jack's holiday in Cornwall takes a dark turn when they uncover sinister activities on the Isle of Gloom. As they delve into abandoned copper mines and hidden sea tunnels, danger lurks at every corner. What secrets lie beneath the island's surface, and will they escape unscathed?
Escape from Wolfhaven Castle
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2014

Escape from Wolfhaven Castle

By Kate Forsyth · Book #1 in the The Impossible Quest series

Four must find legendary elements to awaken warriors and save their land.

192 pages· 30,434 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 1,310 ratings
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Summary: In a land shrouded in darkness, four unlikely heroes—Tom, Elanor, Sebastian, and Quinn—embark on a perilous quest. Tasked with finding four mythical beasts, they must awaken legendary warriors to save their people. But first, they must escape the clutches of their enemies at Wolfhaven Castle. Can they overcome their fears and unite to drive back the encroaching darkness?
The Haunting
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

The Haunting

By Lindsey Duga

An orphan's new life at a grand estate turns deadly as a ghostly secret threatens her survival.

229 pages· 36,431 words· Est. 5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 569 ratings
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Summary: Emily, a 12-year-old orphan, is adopted by the Thorntons and taken to Blackthorn Manor. Her new life seems perfect until she meets Kat, a mysterious girl with eerie knowledge of the estate. As dangerous accidents occur, Emily suspects a ghostly presence wants her gone. Can she uncover the truth about Kat and the manor's dark past before it's too late?
The Night in Question
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2023

The Night in Question

By Kathleen Glasgow, Liz Lawson · Book #2 in the Agathas Mysteries series

A dance, a murder, and secrets buried in Castle Cove. Can Alice and Iris uncover the truth?

416 pages· 91,592 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 8,477 ratings
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Summary: Alice and Iris, armed with Agatha Christie's wisdom, face a new murder mystery at Castle Cove High's dance. With the police quick to blame, the duo suspects deeper secrets tied to a century-old death at Levy Castle. As they dig into the past, they must unravel the truth behind Rebecca's murder and clear an innocent friend. Can they solve the case before becoming the next victims of Castle Cove's dangerous secrets?
Mrs. Jeepers' Batty Vacation
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$474
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1997

Mrs. Jeepers' Batty Vacation

By Debbie Dadey, Marcia Thornton Jones, John Steven Gurney (Illustrator) · The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids Super Specials series

Are Mrs. Jeepers' Transylvanian relatives vampires?

112 pages· 9,585 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 282 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Join the Bailey School Kids on a thrilling trip to the Transylvanian Alps, where Mrs. Jeepers' eccentric relatives reside. Could they be vampires? Unravel the mystery with puzzles and activities, and discover the truth behind the legends. Adventure and intrigue await in this spine-tingling journey.
My Haunted House
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1994

My Haunted House

By Angie Sage, Jimmy Pickering (Illustrator) · Araminta Spookie series

A girl must save her haunted home from being sold using spooky tricks.

160 pages· 14,064 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
3.8 Goodreads · 2,530 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: Araminta Spookie loves her haunted home, but her aunt plans to sell it. Determined to stop her, Araminta enlists a ghost and a talking suit of armor to concoct a ghoulish ambush. Will her spooky antics scare off potential buyers, or will they backfire when the visitors love the eerie atmosphere? Join Araminta in a hilarious adventure filled with secret passages, mischievous plans, and ghostly friends. Can she save her beloved home, or will her best-laid plans go awry?
Scooby-Doo! Dino Destruction
Picture Book · 2013

Scooby-Doo! Dino Destruction

By Alcadia Snc (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Scooby-Doo Comic Storybook series

A dinosaur projection comes to life, threatening chaos.

32 pages· 1,150 words
3.8 Goodreads · 50 ratings
Library Binding
Summary: On a Costa Rican vacation, Scooby and the gang face a prehistoric puzzle when a dinosaur projection at the museum springs to life, causing havoc. Can they uncover the truth behind the dino chaos before it's too late? Join Fred, Velma, Daphne, Shaggy, and Scooby-Doo as they dig for clues in this thrilling adventure.
A Dictionary of Scoundrels
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

A Dictionary of Scoundrels

By Beth Lincoln, Claire Powell (Illustrator) · The Swifts series

A mischievous girl hunts a killer at a chaotic family reunion.

338 pages· 75,712 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 7,714 ratings
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Summary: Shenanigan Swift, a spirited troublemaker, faces her biggest challenge at the Swift Family Reunion. When a relative is murdered, she defies her mischievous label to unravel the mystery. Can she redefine herself and catch the killer amid a web of secrets and wordplay? Dive into a world where names shape destinies, and Shenanigan must prove she's more than her definition.
Barbie Princess Adventure
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$1398
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2020

Barbie Princess Adventure

By Elle Stephens, Random House (Illustrator) · Barbie series

Barbie swaps lives with a princess, but when the princess vanishes, can Barbie save the day?

32 pages· 389 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.7 Goodreads · 38 ratings
$14.99Save 7%
Library Binding
Summary: Barbie and Princess Amelia, identical in appearance, decide to switch lives for a day. Barbie is thrilled to experience royal life, while Amelia longs for freedom. But when Amelia mysteriously disappears, Barbie must navigate the royal world to find her. Can Barbie uncover the truth and rescue the princess before it's too late? Dive into this enchanting adventure where identities are swapped, and the stakes are high. Perfect for young readers eager to explore a tale of courage and friendship.
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