The Basilisk's Lair (2010)

Series: "Nathaniel Fludd, Beastologist" | Author: R. L. LaFevers | Illustrator: Kelly Murphy | Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Books for Children | Ages 9-12

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The second book in the award-winning Nathaniel Fludd, Beastologist series, written by R. L. LaFevers and illustrated by Kelly Murphy, for Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Books for Children.

"Nate Fludd, Beastologist, is back in the camel saddle in hot pursuit of a missing, deadly Basilisk--the King of Serpents. As if saving an entire Dhughani village from the Basilisk's poisonous gaze isn't difficult enough, Nate and Aunt Phil must begin to piece together the mystery of his parents' disappearance and protect the lone copy of the Fludd Book of Beasts from a sinister man who always seem to be one step ahead of them. Pack your goggles, rue, and an extra pair of gloves and join Nate on another unbelievable adventure--there's no rest for the world's youngest beastologist-in-training!"

The Wyvern's Treasure is a Spring 2010 Junior Library Guild Selection.

From School Library Journal: "The action is nonstop, and the elements of fantasy, mystery, and humor will appeal to a wide audience. Murphy's spot art and occasional full-page drawings carry the action along nicely."

From Booklist: "...Nathaniel Fludd, Aunt Phil, and the gremlin Greasel pursue an escaped Basilisk, the highly dangerous king of the Serpents..."

From Kirkus Reviews: "...The basilisk is appropriately scary, and straightforward storytelling leads to an exciting climax..."

Discover more about the book on the Nathaniel Fludd, Beastologist official website.

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