The Curio Collectors by Eloise Williams & illustrated by Anna Shepeta

March 2023

Finding unexpected treasure is always magical. The Curio Collectors brings the thrill of discovery to life on the page with a historical mystery that will engage readers right from the start.

Tom and Lil live in a caravan with their Ma. Travelling from town to town, trying to make money by selling items from their collection of intriguing curios (unusual items they have found along the way), there is never time to make friends or put down roots. When they visit the bustling city of London, they meet an orphan girl who is desperate to buy a large engraved shell. What’s so special about this shell? Why does she want it? A strange gentleman lurking in the dark adds even more questions.

Eloise Williams is a gifted storyteller, creating characters who quickly become like friends. In this action-packed tale, Tom and Lil model courage, determination and kindness. Readers may not need to run around cemeteries in the dark but they will learn what it means to help someone in need.

Thank you to Barrington Stoke for this accessible and incredibly enjoyable book! With dyslexia-friendly font, spacing and page tint as well as careful vocabulary choice, so many more children will be able to join Tom and Lil on their search for treasure.

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