Amit Ray

The Ghost of Golconda Amit Ray

Over three hundred years ago, the last king of Golconda entrusted his faithful companion with a secret before charging out to meet his enemies in a valiant, and doomed, last stand. Now, on the eve of the 500-year celebrations of the building of Golconda Fort, a priceless artefact has gone missing and reports are beginning of emerge of eerie music playing at the ancient citadel! With the public spooked and the police at a loss, the celebrations are in danger of being cancelled.
Why have the Golconda royals returned to haunt their ancient home?Why the thief leave behind all the priceless jewelry?And could Neel get any naughtier?
The Sen Kids are ready for the challenge. Are you? *** Warning: Holiday Reading Only ***
Set in the stunning ruins of a 500-year old fort in southern India, the Ghost of Golconda blends medieval history and engineering, a dollop of fiction and a touch of potty humor into a real nail-biter. So, parents, make sure you give this book to your kids on a holiday - or be ready to give them a day off from school! The Sen Kids
Nikhil (Nick) Sen: Clever, slightly nerdy tween with a taste for puzzles and strong distaste for creepy-crawliesNeel Sen: Nick's brother, a seven-year old with attitude and an appetite. Brave, headstrong man of actionAnasuya (Anna) Ghosh: Cousin of the Sen brothers, she is studious, disciplined and tough. The teen that keeps everyone in line, even the bad guys. Bonus Features
*** For Curious Readers ***
The Ghost of Golconda includes links to additional information about concepts described in the book. Just copy the provided link into a browser and enter the secret passcode to access dozens of links to videos and reference material that illustrate the science, engineering and historical trivia depicted in the book. It's a really fun way to learn history and science in a story format.
*** For Creative Kids ***
Readers are invited to submit their stories, articles, drawings and other creative work to the author via Google forms linked in the bonus material web page. Submissions will be periodically featured on the author's website.
*** For The Eagle-Eyed ***
Scattered through the illustrations are hidden references to the Mansion Mystery, the first book in the Sen Kids series. Eagle-eyed readers are welcome to submit their finds to enter into a monthly lucky draw. Reader Feedback on the Sen Kids Series
"Great authorship and I hope to encourage the author that a cultural twist to Nancy Drew is greatly welcomed!"
"Took me back to my own childhood "adventures". Kept me engaged throughout. Would recommend this for both children and adults."
"I loved the suspense and the element of surprise along with the mystery. Overall an amazing book. I am looking forward to the next book."