Alex et le trésor de Wigpowder
- 430 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Fans of Lemony Snicket and Alice in Wonderland will delight in this witty, magical fantasy featuring an unforgettable tomboy heroine. The story follows ten-and-a-half-year-old Alex Morningside, who lives with her uncle above a doorknob shop and attends the prestigious Wigpowder-Steele Academy. Often mistaken for a boy due to her bowl haircut, Alex has a sharp sense of humor but despises the school’s uniform and her outdated teachers, who seem oblivious to modern developments. Her peers find her just as ridiculous as she finds them. However, a new teacher, Mr. Underwood, brings excitement to the classroom, making lessons enjoyable and teaching her to fence. Yet, he harbors a mysterious family secret linked to swashbuckling adventures and buried treasure, which doesn’t sit well with everyone at Wigpowder-Steele. When pirates from a ship called The Ironic Gentleman kidnap Mr. Underwood, Alex embarks on a whimsical journey to rescue him. Along the way, she meets a colorful cast of characters, including Captain Magnanimous and Coriander the Conjurer, leading to a funny and charming tale. The story culminates in a heartwarming twist that will surprise readers.