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Description
Salem sneaks into a museum and reads a riddle on an ancient vase. The riddle promises bad luck until it is solved. With a little magic and a quick trip back in time, Salem is determined to find the answer to the riddle before it is too late.
Quick Summary
When a curious cat named Salem slips into a museum, a cryptic riddle on an ancient vase promises misfortune until it's cracked. Kids will race through the short chapters as Salem uses a dash of magic and a trip back in time, solving clues that feel like a cat-and-mouse puzzle. If your child loves the puzzle-filled thrills of The Mysterious Benedict Society and the feline antics of The Cat Who… series, they'll be thrilled by this quick, clever read. The book works best for readers ages 9-12, roughly grades 4-6, especially those who enjoy short, mystery-driven stories.