Herbert Lemon is the Lost-and-Found director at the Grand Nautilus hotel in Eerie-on-Sea. It's kind of the perfect job for him since he's kind of lost and found, too. He ended up in Eerie-on-Sea with amnesia, and he's just stayed put. It's his responsibility to care for all the items left behind by guests of the hotel.
He's a bit surprised when Violet Parma tumbles into his basement window and demands he help her find her parents. They went missing twelve years ago, and Violet is convinced Herbie is the one to help her find them.
Could their disappearance be linked to the Malamander? The legends say this mysterious creature with scales and multiple rows of needle-sharp teeth comes ashore to lay its beautiful ruby-colored egg, but the egg also grants wishes, and there are plenty of shady characters in Eerie-on-Sea who would like to have that power for themselves. Like maybe that creepy guy with the boat hook for a hand who is following them around!
Will Herbie and Violet uncover the truth before it's too late?
Thomas Taylor's fantasy adventure was a fun surprise. There are plenty of quirky characters and little mysteries within mysteries. Fans of A Series of Unfortunate Events and The Mysterious Benedict Society will appreciate this off-beat adventure. Plus, there is a talking cat and a book dispensary that magically knows what book you need.
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