In Paris, France, more than a hundred years ago, a small man named Lalouche is let go from his job as a mail carrier and discovers that he has great skill as a fighter.
"Twelve-year-old Rose Bliss and her siblings track down magical ingredients in Paris so Rose can compete in a baking challenge against her evil aunt and win back the family's magical cookbook"--Provided by publisher.
While Julia is in the kitchen learning to cook up elaborate, delicious dishes, the only feast Minette is truly interested in is that of fresh mouse. Includes biographical information about Julia Child.
Gerald, Sam, and Ruby plan to attend the murder trial of Sir Mason Green, but before the trial begins, Mason Green is killed and Gerald is forced to run when he is framed for the murder.
Beastologist-in-training Nathaniel Fludd and his Aunt Phil nurse a mysteriously ill unicorn, try to stop Obediah from taking the unicorn's horn, and finally get a solid lead on the whereabouts of Nathaniel's parents.
An introduction to the landscape, culture, and people of France, with photographs, maps, a description and image of the country's flag, and a fast fact file.
