Book details
Century #2: Star of Stone
Description
In the second installment of the Century Quartet, Italian author P. D. Baccalario continues the mystery that will take four cities and four extraordinary kids to solve. Four kids, a wooden top, and four postcards with secret instructions bring Harvey from New York, Elettra from Rome, Mistral from Paris, and Sheng from Shanghai back together in an attempt to save the world. They encounter people who knew the murdered professor Alfred Van Der Berger, who sent them on their quest in Rome, and realize the challenge is far from over. Discovering a series of four coded postcards written by the professor, they travel through New York City, exploring old libraries and abandoned tunnels in search of the Star of Stone, an ancient object connected to the earth. However, they face new villains, predators of Manhattan nightlife, who will do anything to stop them.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
304 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Engaging Adventure: 'Century #2: Star of Stone' continues the thrilling adventure of four young protagonists, offering readers an exciting and fast-paced journey filled with puzzles, mysteries, and action that will keep them hooked from start to finish.
- Cultural Exploration: The book takes readers on a journey through history and across different cultures, as the characters travel to New York and explore its rich heritage. This provides an educational aspect as readers learn about various historical and cultural elements.
- Character Development: As the second book in the series, 'Star of Stone' allows readers to delve deeper into the lives and personalities of the main characters, witnessing their growth, the strengthening of their friendships, and how they overcome challenges together.
- Mystery and Magic: Pierdomenico Baccalario masterfully blends mystery with elements of magic and fantasy, creating an intriguing world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. This fusion makes the book an appealing read for those who enjoy stories that transport them to a world of hidden secrets and magical discoveries.