La oficina de objetos perdidos

Overview

James R. Hannibal presents a thrilling adventure through history, complete with mysteries, secret items, codes, and a touch of magic in this stunning middle grade debut. Thirteen-year-old Jack Buckles is great at finding things, things normal people have long given up on ever seeing again. If only he could find his father, who has disappeared in London without a trace. But Jack's father was not who he claimed to be. It turns out that he was a member of a secret society of detectives that has served the crown for centuries and membership into the Lost Property Office is Jack's inheritance. Now the only way Jack will ever see his father again is if he finds what the nefarious Clockmaker is after: the Ember.

Reviews

"The ride is fast and fun. VERDICT Buy where fantasy flies off the shelf." —School Library Journal, on the English-language edition

"Hannibal imaginatively delves into history by linking Jack's search for the Ember with London's historic fire. This fast-paced start to the Section 13 series will please readers who like their mysteries with fantasy and action." —Booklist, on the English-language edition

"A wondrously imaginative tale that will invigorate the child in all of us." —Providence Journal, on the English-language edition

"The book carries with it a remarkable breakneck pace, filled with dynamic sensory images. The tight focus, intriguing secrets, strong characters, engaging villain, and all-around excitement were exceptionally appealing to me and I think will be to many young readers." —Publishers Weekly ShelfTalker, on the English-language edition

Author Biography

James R. Hannibal is a former stealth bomber pilot and drone pilot. He is also the Thriller Award nominated author of the Nick Baron series from Berkley Books.