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Lily, Robert, and the mechanical fox Malkin are lured into the spectacular world of Slimwood’s Stupendous Traveling Skycircus. While the show dazzles with daring performances, a sinister scheme hides beneath the surface. Ringmistress Madame Lyon-Mane’s deadly plans threaten Lily, and her past secrets may hold the key to escaping a terrifying trap.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Peter Bunzl
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