Young detectives Cass, a vigilant survivalist, and Max-Ernest, a boy of logic and lists, set out on a curious case that begins with a box of scented vials and a dead magician's journal. Their investigation grows stranger as puzzles, wordplay and secret codes start to point toward a search for something that defies explanation.
Blending humor with eerie moments, the story mixes riddles, anagrams and clever narration to keep readers engaged while the pair decode clues and face unexpected dangers. The book balances friendship and ingenuity with a playful, sometimes macabre tone.
Features
- Middle-grade mystery with puzzles and word games
- Two contrasting young detectives at the story's heart
- Elements of humor, coded messages and magical intrigue
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