A valuable painting leaves the train station in Galway in a guarded carriage. When the train arrives in Dublin, the painting is gone.

Suspicion immediately falls on Mr Kavanagh, the train's guard. Twins Deirdre and Tim know their father isn't the thief, and they're determined to find out who is.

Along with their friend Joe, they race against time to track down the painting ... but as they close in on the thief they find themselves up against powerful enemies. Soon the children are battling not just to clear Mr Kavanagh's name - but for their very lives!

About the Author
BRIAN GALLAGHER was born in Dublin. He is a full-time writer whose plays and short stories have been produced in Ireland, Britain and Canada. He has worked extensively in radio and television, writing many dramas and documentaries. Brian is the author of four adult novels, and his other books of historical fiction for young readers are Winds of Change set against the backdrop of Land League agitation, evictions and boycotting in 1880's Ireland; One Good Turn and Friend or Foe - both set in Dublin in 1916; Stormclouds, which takes place in Northern Ireland during the turbulent summer of 1969; Secrets and Shadows, a spy novel that begins with the North Strand bombings during the Second World War; Taking Sides, about the Irish Civil War; Across the Divide, set during the 1913 Lockout; Arrivals, a time-slip novel set between modern and early-twentieth-century Ontario, and Pawns, set during Ireland's War of Independence. Brian lives with his family in Dublin. Find out more about Brian's books at briangallagherwriter.com

Reviews

Overall a very rewarding and enjoyable story that is sure to make children aged 9+ to feel part of the adventure. Highlighting the wisdom and strength of children, this is a book full of wonderful language that is sure to fuel its readers literacy and reading skills

-- ChildrensBooksIreland.ie

A well-plotted crime story with a distinctive setting and appealing cast, this has much to offer young readers

-- Books for Keeps

twists and turns aplenty keep this historical fiction action-packed, while Gallagher's masterful recreation of early 20th century Dublin adds atmosphere to this nail-biting mystery

-- Irish Examiner

a thrilling adventure

-- Armadillo Magazine

Accurate glimpses into the world of 1911 Dublin combine with masterful characterisation throughout and perfect plot developments and twists that will hold the attention of any reader. It is compelling reading; fast-paced, intriguing, clever, dramatic twists and turns, brave, loyal, full of friendship.... It's everything you want in a mystery...or in historical fiction, for that matter. Simply wonderful!

-- Fallen Star Stories



Book Information
ISBN 9781788493918
Author Brian Gallagher
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint O'Brien Press Ltd
Publisher O'Brien Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 200g
Dimensions(mm) 196mm * 130mm * 17mm