Rani Reports on the Missing Millions

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Eccentric millionaire Lord Harrington's legacy is his last painting, The Clue. Contained within the painting are instructions to find his hidden treasure and for 10-year-old aspiring journalist Rani it couldn't be more perfect. A chance for adventure but also a shot at getting the perfect scoop for a story competition in the local newspaper. Joining forces with her mischievous Nani, they set out to get to the bottom of the mystery. But solving the clues isn't so simple -and neither is outwitting rival wannabe journalist Lexi. Can Rani and Nani crack the code and avoid the dangerous nemesis determined to take the prize at any cost?

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Author:

Gabrielle & Satish Shewhorak

lllustrator:

Navya Raju

Reviews

5
friendship, family, parrots, solving puzzles, creole language and customs, theft, lighthouse, stranded, boat, paintings, art gallery, wealthy bachelor, clues

Posted by Novel Insight Reviews on 3rd Oct 2023

Along with her vocal parrot, Cookie, 10-year-old Rani Ramgoolam dreams of being an investigative journalist. Rani and her family live in the fictitious English town of Camberford. Her adventurous grandma, Nani, is visiting from Mauritius. Shortly after Nani’s arrival, Rani’s parents leave for a 9-day holiday to France, feeling a little concerned about what mischief Rani and Nani might get up to. On their first day together alone, Rani and Nani visit the local art gallery. Unexpectedly, the gallery is hosting a special display of artworks by local artist, Lord Harrington, a wealthy bachelor who died recently. His final painting is a self-portrait that contains a clue. There is a puzzle to solve! After following the clues, Rani and Nani return to the art gallery where all is revealed.