The Highland Falcon Thief

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Winner of the Book of the Year, Children's Fiction at The British Book Awards, 2021

'An instant classic' David Walliams

Adventures on Trains is a major mystery series from bestselling authors M.G. Leonard and Sam Sedgman. First stop is The Highland Falcon Thief, a breathless train journey full of deceptions, puzzles and clues to solve. Beautifully illustrated by Elisa Paganelli.

Harrison Beck and his Uncle Nat are enjoying the final journey of the Highland Falcon, Britain's most famous steam train. But when a precious jewel goes missing, Harrison and his new friend Lenny find themselves at the centre of the investigation. Can they solve the mystery and catch the culprit before they reach the end fo the line?

Hear whispers in the dining car, find notes in the library, and unknown passengers among the luggage as you help Harrison to solve the mystery aboard one of the world's grandest trains.

Join Hal and Uncle Nat on the next stops in this thrilling series, Kidnap on the California Comet, Murder on the Safari Star and Danger at Dead Man's Pass.

'A chuffing triumph' – The Times, Children's Book of the Week

'Like Murder on the Orient Express but better . . . a terrific read!' – Frank Cottrell Boyce, author of Millions.

'A first-class book' – Telegraph

Critics Review

Mysteries on trains - what’s not to love? This absolutely rips along, perfect for the railhead child in your life!
Ross Montgomery, author of I Am Rebel
Like Murder on the Orient Express but better . . . a terrific read!
Frank Cottrell Boyce, author of Millions
A first-class book
Telegraph
A pacey and intensely satisfying mystery, boasting a sparkling golden age crime fiction sensibility despite its contemporary setting
Guardian
Packed with clues and red herrings, this express ride has terrific characters and steams through the plot. Wonderful.
Daily Mail
With the Highland Falcon Thief, M. G. Leonard and Sam Sedgman bring the classic mystery on a train bang up to date with a carriage-load of wit and suspense
Ross Welford, author of Time Travelling with a Hamster
'A thrilling and hugely entertaining adventure story;
David Walliams
A thrill-ride of a mystery, guaranteed to be one of the most fun, atmospheric page turners of 2020
Lauren St John, author of Kat Wolfe Investigates
A super-fun middle-grade mystery with steam-trains and samoyeds. I loved it!
Peter Bunzl, author of Cogheart
A fabulous fast-paced ride, packed with clues, illustrations and intrigue
Bookseller
Loved every page of this wild madcap delightful ride of a book! Cracking characters, page-turningly pacey, hilarious and nail-biting in turns . . . glorious. It’s going to be a smash hit
Liz Hyde, author of Bearmouth
I have a station announcement: their collaboration is a chuffing triumph. Fans of Agatha Christie, or, more recently, Robin Stevens and Katherine Woodfine, should adore this mystery which makes a steam trail all of its own.
The Times Children's Book of the Week
A runaway romp of a read
Piers Torday, author of The Lost Magician
Ideal for independent readers who enjoy a good old-fashioned mystery
Booktrust
Written with a real deftness of touch, I loved this thrilling mystery and can't wait for Hal's next adventure
Christopher Edge, author of The Many Worlds of Albie Bright
An absolutely fantastic read, set on a beautiful old train; great characters, excellent plot and just enough mystery to keep you guessing all the way to the end
ReadingZone
Samoyeds, secrets, Scottish scenery and the page turning action in The Highland Falcon Thief makes it a really compelling read, it is a really well researched story which includes fascinating facts and insights into train travel
Story Snug
[A] superior, Agatha Christie-inflected whodunnit
Financial Times
Train enthusiasts, mystery buffs, and adventurers alike won’t be able to resist this fast-moving quest.
The Bulletin
Illustrated with lively black-and-white drawings, this [is a] well-constructed, fast-paced mystery
Booklist

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