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Pierre The Maze Detective: The Curious Case of the Castle in the Sky

By Hiro Kamigaki and IC4DESIGN
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Pierre The Maze Detective: The Curious Case of the Castle in the Sky by Hiro Kamigaki and IC4DESIGN is an interactive children's book filled with intricate mazes and puzzles. Pierre, the intrepid detective, is on a mission to track down a stolen maze stone, navigating through beautifully illustrated, fantastical settings. As readers help Pierre solve the mazes, they encounter a mix of challenges and surprises, making it an engaging adventure for young minds.
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You might enjoy this book if you love intricate illustrations and engaging puzzles, as it combines a fun detective story with beautifully detailed mazes to solve. It may appeal to children and adults alike who appreciate a visually stunning journey full of challenges, adventure, and mystery.

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A thrilling new maze challenge adventure for Pierre the Maze Detective and all detectives aged 8+.

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A thrilling new maze challenge adventure for Pierre the Maze Detective and all detectives aged 8+. Follow Pierre and Carmen to Canal City for hours of puzzle fun in this crazy and colourful activity book!

The waterways and streets of Canal City are brimming with people as crowds gather on the eve of the Maze Egg carnival. But the legendary Maze Egg is gone, and Pierre and Carmen find themselves on the case.

Can you help them return the Maze Egg to its rightful home before it's too late? Make your way through each beautifully illustrated maze, finding the hidden objects that Pierre and Carmen need to solve the mystery and save the day!

This new adventure for Pierre and Carmen takes them to the mysterious and visually stunning castle in the sky. You'll travel through masquerade balls, tree trunk villages, and extravagant observatories as you become part of the team!

Other Pierre The Maze Detective titles:

Pierre The Maze Detective: The Search for the Stolen Maze Stone

Pierre The Maze Detective and the Great Colouring Adventure

Pierre The Maze Detective: Jigsaw Puzzle

Pierre The Maze Detective: The Sticker Book

Pierre The Maze Detective: The Mystery of the Empire Maze

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Pierre The Maze Detective: The Curious Case of the Castle in the Sky receives praise for its intricate and beautifully illustrated mazes, which captivate both children and adults. Reviewers highlight the imaginative and engaging storytelling that accompanies the interactive elements. The book is noted for stimulating problem-solving skills while providing an enjoyable and visually stunning adventure.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786277244

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 August 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Laurence King Publishing

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 350.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 36

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Arts and Crafts Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Colouring and Activity Books for Adults Hiro Kamigaki IC4DESIGN Laurence King Publishing Stationery

About the Author

IC4DESIGN are a collective of illustrators based in Hiroshima, Japan. Founded by Hirofumi Kamigaki, they were elected one of the 200 Best Illustrators Worldwide, and were one of American Illustration's and the Society of Illustrators' selected illustrators. Clients include Amtrak, The New York Times, Ogilvy Italy, Adobe, Newsweek and Toyota.

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