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When Vesper Holly and her companions set sail for the newly discovered archaeological site of Troy, they expect discovery and adventure. Instead, they fall into a trap and are imprisoned in the famed palace of Xanadu. The palace’s master, Vesper’s long‑standing enemy Dr. Helvitius, has a diabolical plan to dominate the world, and his first target is Vesper herself. Thriving on cleverness and determination, Vesper races to outwit Helvitius and break free, turning a seemingly impossible escape into a triumph of wit and bravery.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Lloyd Alexander
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