In this fast paced adventure, three orphaned children live in poverty in London. Visiting their Auntie Irene in hospital, they are given an old photo album with a set of strange photos in it. Their Aunt was an inventor, and made a fortune. However, she was very secretive and distrustful, so when she dies, the jewels which she promised Holly and her brothers would inherit are nowhere to be found. Then Holly realises that the album could be a set of clues, and a treasure hunt across the country begins in a bid to find the jewels before their greedy uncle gets there first.
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I like this book because it makes you feel involved, included and adventurous. I think that it is a great read for all ages and I like the general idea of the story.
This book was really good. I liked Holly because she was quite funny and good. I also liked Johnathan because he had to look after his little brother and sister after his mum died.
At first for me it was boring. I didn’t quite like it at the start but I gave it a chance and I’m glad I did because if I didn’t’ I wouldn’t have read such a good story. I liked trying to guess where the case was and I also learned how to open the lock to the suitcase with my dad’s money. Just joking about the last part!
Why did you find it boring at first? What changed your mind about it?
I thought the book was very interesting because Holly had a brother called Jonathon and a little brother called Davie.
Jonathon was their carer because her mum and dad had died. her auntie dies and before she did she gave her a photo album then holly went looking for treasure and succeeded.
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Why did you find Jonathan and Davie interesting?
I thought the book was interesting because Holly finds the treasure when her auntie Irene dies. Her uncle Evans steals the treasure and Holly finds it . I found the book interesting.
Was this your favourite book, Usman?