{"title":"Books by Samantha Miguel San","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781454946151","title":"Spineless","description":"\u003cb\u003eWild boar, alligators, hammerhead sharks . . . Can twelve-year-old Algie Emsworth survive the swamps of South Florida? More importantly, can he survive his asthma attacks long enough to make a scientific discovery and fulfill his dream of becoming a real naturalist?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e With the help of Frankie and Lulu, intrepid heiresses to the Hotel Paraíso, Algie embarks on the adventure of a lifetime as he escapes certain death, discovers a brand-new species, and goes head-to-head with diabolical thieves, all while a deadly and mysterious red tide ravages the beaches and a possible curse threatens to close down the Hotel Paraíso for good. Can Algie, Frankie, and Lulu save themselves, solve the mystery of the hotel’s curse, and save their never-before-seen species?\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “San Miguel concocts a comical and exciting tale that leads to a wild, suspenseful, storm-tossed climax while weaving in thoughtful ruminations on the necessity of giving science, people, and nature their just dues, too.” — \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, Starred Review\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “This exceptionally well-written written story gives a nod to the era's fascination with creepy hauntings and dastardly secrets as it expertly transports readers into the atmosphere of 19th-century Florida, uniting well-drawn, nuanced characters with imaginative and tension-building plot twists.... Pure storytelling at its best.”— \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, Starred Review\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Algie has a winsome urgency that makes him likable.... His relationships with his family and new friends are realistic and evolve as Algie, Frankie, and Lulu face dangerous adults. 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But since his widowed mother has fallen on hard times, he’s gotten a job nearby that keeps him away from the house most of the day. And Frankie, Lulu’s sister and usual companion, is out of commission after injuring herself while sailing. But when Lulu hears about a possible haunting in a nearby abandoned fort and rumors of hidden treasure, she decides it’s time to strike out on her own and solve the mystery herself. In the process, she meets Vic, a blind boy who’s just moved to town, and the two of them embark on a hunt for clues about the ghostly appearances. Soon enough, Frankie and Algie join them, and the four friends uncover all sorts of very real dastardly deeds going on, and the villain is much closer to home than they expected!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFathomless\u003c\/i\u003e is full of hijinks, mystery, and heart, as Samantha San Miguel brings readers into the wild and wonderful world of nineteenth century Florida in this sparkling sequel to \u003ci\u003eSpineless\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56300394185077,"sku":"9781454954187","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781454954187_13db39a1-9862-4907-9d38-a86307f9ee5a.jpg?v=1786020802"},{"product_id":"9781454960621","title":"Harmless","description":"Invasive species, mysterious creatures, and a high-stakes rescue on Gilded Age Florida’s inner waterways bring this stunning trilogy to an explosive conclusion!    Frankie Davenport; her sister, Lulu; and their best friend, Algie Emsworth, are eager for their next adventure. When they see an ad in the local paper for a river cruise and hear rumors of a monster in that very same river, they know that this is just the trip for them.   During an outing, the trio stumble upon a strange creature in distress. Could this be Sabrina, the fabled river monster? When an unidentifiable aquatic corpse is discovered, Professor Champion, Frankie’s nemesis, is called in to investigate. Frankie, Lulu, and Algie are at odds with one another over how to save Sabrina, and Frankie must decide if she should keep doing things her way or trust her friends and family to save Sabrina. Samantha San Miguel’s Harmless is an exciting adventure brought to vivid life. This page-turning novel is a thrilling conclusion to the Spineless trilogy that’s perfect for fans of Beyond the Bright Sea and Serafina and the Black Cloak.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56419825287541,"sku":"9781454960621","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781454960621_7370c933-c7c0-4c10-8c51-0674f0aa9de8.jpg?v=1786020957"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-samantha-miguel-san.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}