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Harriet Hall and the Kaiser's Curse

Harriet Hall and the Kaiser's Curse

Published in
2022
4.60
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Description

Trapped in the middle of nowhere and accused of a major crime, thirteen-year-old Harriet Hall, an aspiring journalist in Canada, 1941, finds herself caught in a thrilling adventure. Unwelcome in her small town and yearning for her London home, Harriet seizes the chance for a story when valuable items vanish. However, her investigation turns disastrous as she becomes the prime suspect. To clear her name, Harriet and her sasquatch friend flee to the woods to gather evidence. Facing bee stings, a broken arm, and the wrath of local authorities, she worries this story could ruin her budding career. Harriet Hall and the Kaiser's Curse, the captivating second installment in the Harriet Hall children’s series, combines brave amateur sleuthing, Canadian mythology, and suspenseful twists. Dive back into the forest with Sonia Garrett’s latest page-turner and follow Harriet as she fights to prove her innocence.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
149 pages
Book in series
#2

Why to read

  • Engages the reader with a compelling mystery.
  • Introduces historical elements in an accessible way.
  • Features strong themes of courage and family.
  • Encourages problem-solving and critical thinking.