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Set in Victorian London, the story follows Montmorency, a clever youth who secretly assumes the identity of Scarper. Together with Dr. Farcett, they confront a dangerous bomber and investigate a perplexing case of poisoned children in a Scottish village. Their adventures blend espionage, crime‑fighting, and a slice‑of‑life look at youth identity during a turbulent period of British history.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Eleanor Updale
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