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Synopsis
A haunted portrait. A hidden base. A secret that could change history.
When a voice whispers “Protect the child” from a painting inside Luxembourg’s Vianden Castle, most kids would run. The Curio Club grabs their notebooks. Meet Harlowe (the strategist), Jack (the inventor with his trusty gadget, Gerald the Great), Sofia (the sharp-eyed artist), and Milka (their loyal German Shepherd). They’re siblings, explorers, and Luxembourg’s most determined young detective team.
The voice belongs to Amalia von Kranzburg, a resistance fighter who vanished in 1944. She left behind a trail of clues. Invisible ink, coded ledgers, and secret tunnels. Each one points to a truth someone has been trying to bury for eighty years.
But the Curio Club isn’t alone. A shadowy figure is tracking their every move through the winding streets of Luxembourg. Framed for crimes they didn’t commit and chased through ancient fortress walls, the siblings must use every ounce of courage to crack the final code.
Can they uncover the truth before the past is erased forever?
The Curio Club and the Talking Portrait is a fast-paced middle-grade mystery with adventure, puzzles, and historical intrigue. Perfect for fans of The Hardy Boys and City Spies.
Based on True History: Inspired by real events, this story shines a light on the Luxembourg Resistance.
- Explore real locations. Set in and around Vianden Castle and Belval.
- Discover real history. Learn about the War of Pins, secret BBC broadcasts, and the courage of resistance fighters.
- Extras for families and classrooms. Includes an Author’s Note and a Teacher’s Guide with discussion questions.
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. A haunted portrait. A hidden base. A secret that could change history.When a voice whispers "Protect the child" from a painting in Luxembourg's Vianden Castle, most kids would run. The Curio Club grabs their notebooks. Meet Harlowe (the strategist), Jack (the inventor armed with his trusty gadget, 'Gerald the Great'), Sofia (the artist with an eagle eye), and Milka (the loyal German Shepherd). They are siblings, explorers, and Luxembourg's most determined detective team. The voice belongs to Amalia von Kranzburg, a resistance fighter who vanished in 1944. She left behind a trail of breadcrumbs-invisible ink, coded ledgers, and secret tunnels-leading to a truth that someone has been trying to bury for eighty years. But the Curio Club isn't alone in the hunt. A shadowy figure is tracking their every move through the winding streets of Luxembourg. Framed for crimes they didn't commit and chased through ancient fortress walls, the siblings must use every ounce of courage to crack the final code. Can they reveal the truth before the past is erased forever? The Curio Club and the Talking Portrait is a fast-paced middle-grade mystery perfect for fans of The Hardy Boys or City Spies. Based on True History: Weaving real events into a thrilling adventure, this book explores the untold stories of the Luxembourg Resistance.Explore Real Locations: Set against the backdrop of the magnificent Vianden Castle and Belval.Learn the History: Discover the "War of Pins," secret BBC broadcasts, and the courage of the Red Lion resistance fighters.Educational Bonus: Includes an Author's Note on the real heroes behind the story and a Teacher's Guide with discussion questions. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9789998760202
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