The Magician's Bird

In this sequel to The Lost Treasure of Tuckernuck, Bud and Laurie solve another mystery at Tuckernuck Hall. This second hilarious installment is perfect for fans of From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, Chasing Vermeer, The Westing Game, and the Mysterious Benedict Society books.

In The Magician's Bird, the mystery Bud and Laurie must solve is much more serious than a treasure hunt—their beloved school founder, Maria Tutweiler, has been accused of murdering Marchetti the Magician! Can Bud and Laurie—with the help of enthusiastic Misti and evil but useful Calliope—prove Maria Tutweiler's innocence? Or will Tuckernuck Hall be closed down for good?

Emily Fairlie once again blends lists, notes, and classic prose to tell a story that sings with humor, suspense, and magic.

Solving this case means diving into a world of secret passages, forgotten history, and a magical bird that holds the key.

• A High-Stakes School Story: When their school’s founder is accused of a decades-old murder, Laurie and Bud must prove her innocence or watch Tuckernuck Hall close its doors for good.
• Secret Passages and Hidden Rooms: The investigation kicks off when Bud falls through a shed floor and discovers a secret room, a hidden tunnel system, and clues that Maria Tutweiler left behind.
• Unlikely Allies: To crack the case, they’ll have to team up with their enthusiastic friend Misti and their snooping arch-nemesis, the brilliant but untrustworthy Calliope Judkin.
• A Magical Automaton: At the heart of the mystery is the legendary Marchetti Bird, a mechanical marvel that disappeared when the magician died—and is said to hold the key to the truth.