The second book in the Inscrutable Paris Beaufont series, The Mysterious Lost Child follows a new group of teens as they investigate strange and supernatural events happening around their town. With Paris Beaufont at the helm, these kids are sure to find out what’s going on – even if it means putting themselves in danger.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for young adults who are interested in mysteries and the supernatural. Fans of the first book in this series, The Inscrutable Paris Beaufont, will not want to miss out on this latest installment.
Pros :
- Sarah Noffke has a knack for creating interesting and complex characters
- The story moves along at a brisk pace, with plenty of action to keep readers engaged
- Noffke manages to weave in some nice moments of humor throughout the novel
Cons :
- It is a sequel, so you need to read the first book first
- It might be confusing if you’re not familiar with the characters and their backstory
- Some of the events may be too spooky or scary for some readers
Learn more about the author
Sarah Noffke is the author of The Inscrutable Paris Beaufont series, as well as a number of other young adult novels. She lives in Virginia with her husband and four children.
Reader Reviews
“Sarah Noffke has outdone herself with this spellbinding sequel to The Inscrutable Paris Beaufont. With mystery, intrigue and just the right amount of spookiness, readers will be captivated from beginning to end.”
“Sarah Noffke has outdone herself with this second installment in the Inscrutable Paris Beaufont series. With mysterious events cropping up all around town, it’s up to our ragtag group of teens to get to the bottom of things. Told from multiple perspectives, The Mysterious Lost Child is a fast-paced and thrilling read that will keep you guessing until the very end.”
“Sarah Noffke weaves an intricate web of mystery and suspense that had me captivated from beginning to end. I loved this story – it’s a page-turner full of surprises.”
“Noffke does a great job of continuing the story and keeping readers engaged…a quick, enjoyable read.”