Ali Standish Bücher

Arthur Doyle ermittelt als Schüler in Baskerville Hall – eine atemberaubende Internats- und Detektivgeschichte und Start einer neuen Reihe für Kinder ab 10 Jahren Arthur ist kurz davor, die Schule hinzuschmeißen, als er von einer Einladung in das geheimnisvolle Internat Baskerville Hall überrascht wird. Schon am nächsten Tag soll es losgehen! In einem gigantischen Luftschiff holt ihn der Direktor höchstpersönlich ab und fordert ihn auf, das Steuer zu übernehmen – das erste von vielen gefährlichen Abenteuern, die Arthur erwarten. Denn die neue Schule ist ein faszinierender Ort voller Geheimnisse, mit schiefen Türmen, umherstreifenden Wölfen und ungeklärten Explosionen. Von den ausgestorbenen – aber sehr lebendigen – Tieren, unheimlichen Maschinen und dem zwielichtigen Geheimklub gar nicht zu reden. Bei der Aufklärung einer mysteriösen Einbruchsserie kann Arthur sich jedoch felsenfest auf zwei Dinge verlassen: auf seine Freunde und seinen messerscharfen Verstand.

Die spannende Handlung dreht sich um Arthur Doyle, der sich in Baskerville Hall neuen Rätseln und dem geheimnisvollen Klub »Kleeblatt« gegenübersieht. Die Situation eskaliert, als Professor Holmes vergiftet wird und ins Koma fällt. Arthur stellt seine eigenen Probleme hinten an und begibt sich auf die Jagd nach dem Täter, um seinen Freund Sherlock Holmes zu retten. Dabei wird deutlich, dass nicht jeder in Baskerville Hall die Wahrheit sagt und dunkle Machenschaften im Spiel sind.

The story follows Bella, a mischievous yet lovable dog on her heartfelt journey to find a true home. Through humorous and touching moments, Bella's adventures highlight the universal desire for belonging and connection. With charm and wit, the narrative captures the essence of companionship and the bond between pets and their humans, making it a delightful read for animal lovers and anyone who appreciates a good-hearted tale.

The book is recognized as a Junior Library Guild Selection, indicating its quality and appeal to young readers. It features engaging characters and a captivating plot that encourages exploration and imagination. Themes of friendship, adventure, and personal growth are woven throughout, making it an enriching read for children. The narrative is designed to inspire curiosity and foster a love for reading in its audience, ensuring it stands out in children's literature.

Ethan had been many things. He was always ready for adventure, always willing to accept a dare, and always able to turn any activity into a fun escapade if his best friend, Kacey, was nearby. But that was before. Before the accident that took Kacey from him and the great loss that filled his life. Before his family moved from Boston to the small beachside town of Palm Knot, Georgia.

Danny Timmons has looked up to Jack Bailey ever since the older boy saved two small children from drowning during the Great Flood of 1940. Now with his father away fighting in World War II and his mother about to have a new baby, Danny relies on Jack’s friendship and guidance more than ever.So when Jack goes missing from their small Appalachian town, Danny is determined to find him. He wonders if Jack’s abusive father could be behind his disappearance or if it has anything to do with Yonder—a hidden magical town Jack once spoke of where flocks of rainbow birds fly through the sky and they’ve never heard of war. As answers elude him, Danny begins to fear that he didn’t know Jack as well as he thought.Eventually, Danny’s investigation forces him to reckon with even larger questions: What is America fighting for in this war? What role do each of us play in stopping injustices, big and small? And is there such thing as a true hero?

When Emma develops vitiligo, a skin condition, shortly after her grandmother's death, it changes her life completely, but when she tries to write in the journal which she and her grandmother shared to write fairy tales, comments like those her grandmother used to write start to appear

Lonely Alma longs to explore the lush forest beyond her narrow town, but her uncle has forbidden it. One night, she ventures into the trees to see the forest for herself. There she discovers a wonderful and welcoming place, and a frightened bear cub all alone.

When young Arthur Conan Doyle is o­ffered a spot at Baskerville Hall, a secret school for extraordinarily gifted children, he is elated at being chosen—and being given a chance to turn his family’s fortunes around. There, Arthur makes quick friends with Irene Eagle, a girl who boldly strides into action, andJimmie Moriarty, a boy whose brilliance rivals Arthur’s own. Together, they discover that their new school is a peculiar place, home to leaning towers and unexplained explosions, prowling wolves and extinct birds. Arthur quickly makes enemies, too— deadly foes who wants him expelled . . . or worse. When Arthur and his friends are invited into a powerful secret society called the Clover, they must pass three challenging tests to be accepted. But along the way, Arthur uncovers a mystery that will lead to grand adventure . . . and even greater danger.

Georgia can almost feel her heart cracking a little more every day. With Daddy sinking deeper into alcoholism and Mama struggling to keep the family afloat, Georgia is sent to stay with her mysterious great aunt in her old country house. Soon, lonely Georgia meets Angela, a girl with secrets of her own, and they discover a magical lake. At first, the lake offers a thrilling escape, but as things grow worse at home, a troubled boy appears at the lake and the magic threatens to spiral out of control