Kidnap on the California Comet: Adventures on Trains #2 : 2
(Author) M.G. LeonardIn this second book of the middle-grade Adventures on Trains series, amateur sleuth Hal Beck travels to the U.S. with his uncle to ride a famous train—the California Comet—and stumbles on a new mystery to solve, in M.G. Leonard and Sam Sedgman's Kidnap on the California Comet... After his adventure on the Highland Falcon, amateur sleuth Hal Beck is excited to embark on another journey with his journalist uncle. This time, they're set to ride the historic California Comet from Chicago to San Francisco. Hal mostly keeps to himself on the trip, feeling homesick and out of place in America. But he soon finds himself drawn into another mystery when the young daughter of a billionaire tech entrepreneur goes missing! Along with new friends—spunky 13-year-old Mason and his younger sister, Hadley—Hal races against the clock to find the missing girl before the California Comet reaches its final destination.
M.G. Leonard
M.G. Leonard is a British author known for her middle-grade children's books, particularly the popular "Beetle Boy" series. Her works often feature a blend of adventure, mystery, and science, with a focus on insects and the natural world. Leonard's writing style is engaging and accessible, making her books appealing to young readers. She has made significant contributions to children's literature by creating captivating stories that inspire curiosity and appreciation for the environment. "Beetle Boy" is Leonard's most famous work, receiving critical acclaim and winning several awards. Leonard's impact on the literary genre of children's fiction is undeniable, as she continues to captivate readers with her imaginative storytelling and love for the natural world.
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