Adventure Island: The Mystery of the Whistling Caves: Book 1
Helen Moss, Leo Hartas
When Scott and Jack Carter have to stay with their great aunt for the summer they steel themselves for the most boring holiday ever. But then they meet Emily Wild and her loveable dog, Drift. Emily shows them the lighthouse, the castle – and the amazing whistling caves. Legend has it that when the caves stop whistling the castle will be attacked – and that’s exactly what happens!
Priceless treasures are stolen and Emily and the boys are determined to investigate. But how was the treasure smuggled out of the castle? Why did the caves stop whistling? And can the friends solve the mystery in time to catch the thief?
The first in an exciting new adventure series – with five more gripping mysteries to come!
Reviews
I really liked when they went into the whistling caves because they had to use their detective skills to find the culprit. My favourite character was Drift because he was clever, cute and helpful. He found the secret passage to the culprit’s office and found the treasure. I would recommend it to someone who likes adventure and mystery stories.
Commander Dobbin Partridge 10.08.2023
Super great
Constable Chip Eragon 04.08.2022
Because it was very intense and absorbing I would recommend this to a adventurous reader
Anonymous 27.08.2021
I LOVED at his book because it was full of adventure and secrets I would recommend this book to VIDA❤️❤️
Fairy Lacey Porridge-Oats 12.08.2021
I liked the reference to Sutton Hoo, because I’ve been there. The ending was exciting. I wish I could find treasure at the seaside.
Director Aphrodite Ridiculous 10.08.2021
i thought the plot was pretty clever i liked Emily best i recommend it
Marshal Hopscotch Slingshot 05.08.2021
It was a good book to read, it was fun and I really enjoyed reading it. Scott is my favourite character because he has a good sense of humour.
Major Flash Biscuits 30.07.2021
I thought it was great
Director Aphrodite Armadillo 16.09.2020
A great book about how Scott, Jack, Emily and Drift need to find out who stole a hoard
Empress Bubbles Legend 10.09.2020
It was a very enjoyable book and it had lots of mystery and adventure
Doctor Dragon Bluebird 16.08.2020
It was an okay book because the secret passageway part was really tense but it needed a bit more description.
Master Gargoyle Waxwork 14.08.2020
It was realy exciting goining the three friends in the adventure.
Judge Nectarine Nuggets 31.07.2020
This book is good because it is very exciting. There is always a mystery to be solved. My favourite character is Drift, Emily’s dog, because he could tell that there was a storm coming and they had to get out of the caves. I would definitely recommend this book to someone else.
Viscountess Harmonica Rubber-duck 31.07.2020
I would recommend this book for anyone who loves mystery and adventure. My favourite character is Emily Wild and her dog Drift because they are so clever and friendly. I really loved this book!
Fairy Fifi Eragon 30.07.2020
I like Emily, because she is wild and free. look forward to reading the next one.(For the 17th Time!).
Professor Jet Satellite 27.07.2020
This book is so exciting and mysterious! My favourite character is Emily Wild (and her dog, Drift) because they are so clever at problem-solving and really curious. I would recommend it to anyone who loves mysterious adventure stories!
Dame Esmerelda Unicycle 27.07.2020
Londoners Scott and Jack Carter are spending the summer with their great-aunt (and great cook!) Kate in Castle Key, a small rural island just off the coast of Carrickstowe in Cornwall when they meet local girl Emily Wild and her playful dog Drift. Emily and Drift take the boys to see the phenomonal Whistling Caves - but the caves are strangely silent, for the first time since 1385! Legend has it that the silence of the caves means that the castle will be attacked, and when the priceless Carrickstowe Hoard is stolen from the castle museum it seems that the legend has come true! But how did the thief escape and why did the caves stop whistling? Are the two events connected, and if so how? Find out in The Mystery of the Whistling Caves as you join friends Jack, Scott and Emily to solve the mystery and find the stolen treasure! One of the things I really liked this book was the map at the beginning; in this book it is at its most basic stage although it was adapted twice more after this: this appears from books 1-6, a second edition from books 7-10 and a third from 11-14. I loved the map because it helped me to visualise Emily's home in Castle Key. In this book we learn most about: The Whistling Caves: Reachable by boat, these are just off the coast of Castle Key where the Castle is. The Castle: This hasn't been attacked until 1385! In this book, most of the castle except for the museum where the Carrickstowe Hoard is kept is closed for building repairs. The Lighthouse: Emily Wild and Drift live here in the tall building with nine floors, cellars and a lantern room! Emily's room is on the ninth floor so she gets an amazing 360 degree view. Stone Cottage: Aunt Kate, an author, lives here and Jack and Scott stay with her. At first it seems quite dull although later they grow to love the cottage. Dotty's: Dotty owns this cosy little café with a great view by the seafront. The friends often discuss their mysteries here. Old Bob can also be found here sometimes. I also loved the Cornish names and the history that was incorporated into the story! A great adventure almost resemblant of something like modern Enid Blyton - I'd recommend it to all mystery-lovers 9+! Enjoy reading and solving the mystery!
Anonymous 16.07.2020
It's mysterious and makes you keep reading.
Judge Fandango Haystack 27.06.2020
Jack and Scott make a new friend. Emily Wild The caves have stopped whistling... Why has that happened?
Empress Rose Gravy 15.06.2020
the first Adventure Island book of the series. A awesome read that I would defiantly recommend
Anonymous 09.08.2019
