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Curiosity House: The Shrunken Head
Curiosity House: The Shrunken Head
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– A rather attractive bearded lady
– Several scandalous murders
– A deliciously disgusting Amazonian shrunken head
– Four extraordinary children with equally extraordinary abilities
– A quite loquacious talking bird
Blessed with extraordinary abilities, orphans Philippa, Sam, and Thomas have grown up happily in Dumfrey’s Dime Museum of Freaks, Oddities, and Wonders. But when a fourth child, Max, a knife-thrower, joins the group, it sets off an unforgettable chain of events. When the museum’s Amazonian shrunken head is stolen, the four are determined to get it back. But their search leads them to a series of murders and an explosive secret about their pasts.
What you will not find in this book:
– An accountant named Seymour
– A never-ending line at the post office
– Brussel sprouts (shudder)
– A lecture on finishing all your homework on time
– A sweet, gooey story for nice little girls and boys
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A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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One Line Summary
Adventurous children's mystery with bizarre, whimsical twists.
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Who is this book for?
If you love quirky mysteries with a dash of the strange, this book is a real treat. The charming cast of extraordinary kids, combined with a delightfully odd museum setting, makes for an engaging and fun adventure. It’s perfect for readers who enjoy a bit of mystery mixed with unexpected characters and a touch of the fantastical.