Review

Alex and the Wigpowder Treasure

By Adrienne Kress

Published by Scholastic

Alexandra (who doesn't mind being mistaken for a boy and is always known as Alex) lives with her uncle above his doorknob shop and attends the prestigious Wigpowder-Steele Academy.

When strange things start to happen, including the disappearance of her new teacher Mr Underwood, Alex sets forth determined to solve the mysteries.

So follows a series of exciting and madcap adventures, while Alex endeavours to find the legendary Wigpowder treasure (and Mr Underwood).

This is a highly entertaining story full of excitement and zany characters (including a talking fridge). It is fast paced, funny and delights in the richness of the English language, with a style reminiscent of the Lemony Snicket series.

A thoroughly enjoyable and satisfying read.

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Reading age: 10+
Interest level: 9+