About This Book
This historical mystery chapter book follows 10-year-old Flavia and her companions as they embark on an adventure in ancient Rome. The group encounters the famous Roman admiral Pliny before traveling to Flavia's uncle's farm, located perilously close to Mount Vesuvius. Their journey involves solving a complex riddle and attempting to reunite a separated family, all against the backdrop of the impending and ultimately devastating eruption of the volcano. It's a thrilling blend of historical detail, mystery, and survival, perfect for engaging young readers with ancient history and the power of nature.
Ten-year-old Flavia and her friends encounter the Roman admiral Pliny before making a journey to her uncle's farm near Mt. Vesuvius, where they try to solve a riddle, reunite a family, and get out of the path of a natural disaster.
peril_danger
Scary Scenes
Discussion Prompts
1
What did you learn about ancient Roman life from this story?
2
How did Flavia and her friends show bravery when facing danger?
3
What strategies did the characters use to solve the riddle?
4
How important was teamwork in helping the friends succeed?
5
If you were in their shoes, what would you do to prepare for a volcanic eruption?
External Reviews
If Your Family Enjoyed This
Reviews
No reviews yet — be the first to share how this book landed with your family.