The Crown Heist
The Crown Heist by Deron R. Hicks, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2021, is a 320-page juvenile fiction novel that combines action, adventure, and mystery. The story follows Art and Camille as they travel to London in search of Camille’s estranged father, who is a history professor with expertise in British legend. Their journey quickly turns into a suspenseful adventure involving a heist tied to a long-dead monarch, as they uncover clues that suggest her father may be in danger.
Readers will find themselves immersed in a fast-paced narrative that highlights real places and pieces of art throughout London, including the Tower of London and the National Portrait Gallery. The book explores themes of friendship and the challenges of navigating complex social dynamics, such as bullying and violence. As Art and Camille work together to solve the mystery, they face various obstacles that test their resolve and deepen their bond. This edition offers an engaging blend of adventure and intrigue, appealing to fans of survival stories and detective tales.
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In another “suspenseful mystery romp with art appreciation” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review), Art and Camille head to London to find her estranged father, and soon find themselves embroiled in a heist involving a long-dead monarch. Packed with fascinating facts about real places and pieces of art, this fast-paced thriller is perfect for fans of the Spy School and Mr. Limoncello’s Library series and Dan Brown.
No matter how dangerous his adventures have been, Art has always been able to count on his best friend, Camille. Now that Camille is meeting her estranged father, Art wants to be there for her–which means going to London.
But Camille’s history professor father, renowned for expertise in British legend, is missing. When they visit his apartment, Art and Camille find a long-missing object that suggests the professor could be in trouble and solving a mystery related to London’s history.
Follow Art and Camille as they visit the Tower of London, National Portrait Gallery, and ride the “tube” in hopes of uncovering the truth before it’s too late.
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