The Intrepid Explorers: the Mysterious Case of the Stolen Suling

Solve the riddles. Find the stolen artefact. Survive the mission.When thirteen-year-old Archie signs up for a high-stakes virtual reality game, he has no idea he’s about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Thrown together with four unlikely teammates, Archie must decode historical puzzles, defeat dangerous pirates, and survive a cassowary attack…all to recover a priceless painting before it’s lost forever.But just when the team thinks the game is over, a mysterious email changes everything: an ancient and sacred artefact, the royal flute of Makassar, has been stolen. It’s time for the Intrepid Explorers to take on a real-world mystery.From crocodile-infested swamps and an abandoned mine in the Australian desert to a bobby-trapped room in a famous art gallery, the five children will face life-threatening challenges and cross paths with some seriously bad guys determined to stop them. They’ll have to rely on their courage, survival instincts and ability to solve cryptic puzzles to complete their mission before time runs out.But will they be able to recover the sacred object before it vanishes forever?Perfect for fans of Explorer Academy, City Spies, and Treasure Hunters, this action-packed mystery blends culture, history, and high-stakes adventure.This book is the debut instalment in a new mystery-adventure series that takes middle-grade readers on epic quests around the world, exploring cultures, wildlife, and landmarks along the way.Adventure awaits, so grab your copy now!