A dazzling mystery from the bestselling author of the
Mysterious Benedict Society, now a major TV series on Disney+!
'A timeless fantasy ... a stretching and satisfying read'
THE GUARDIAN
'Full of great excitement and wonderful invention' THE
NEW YORK TIMES
'This captivating page-turner, with layers of secrecy and
intrigue, is a compelling read' BOOKTRUST
When Reuben discovers an old pocket watch, he soon realizes it
holds an incredible power: it can turn you invisible for fifteen
minutes.
He can't resist the lure of disappearance: for a time, he can
vanish from the despotic regime of New Umbra. But the watch's power
is even more extraordinary than he imagines.
Soon, he's on the run from New Umbra's ruler, The Smoke, who's
determined to possess it for himself ...
A dazzling new story from Trenton Lee Stewart, author
of the New York Times bestselling Mysterious Benedict
Society series – now on Disney+
Fantastical elements and a truly original setting form
the backdrop for this twisty-turny mystery
Includes quirky interiors illustrations
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
Trenton Lee Stewart is the author of the New York Times bestselling Mysterious Benedict Society series as well as Flood Summer, a novel for adults. He lives in Arkansas with his wife and two sons.
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