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The Castafiore Emerald

A thrilling mystery involving stolen jewels and unexpected twists

Hergé author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:26th Sep '12

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In The Castafiore Emerald, Tintin and Captain Haddock face a thrilling mystery involving a stolen emerald, leading to unexpected twists and turns.

In The Castafiore Emerald, Captain Haddock encounters a gipsy palm reader who warns him about the impending theft of a beautiful lady's jewels. Initially skeptical, he brushes off the warning. However, the arrival of the renowned opera singer Bianca Castafiore at Marlinspike Hall brings the palm reader's prediction to life. The situation escalates when Castafiore's precious emerald is stolen, and it becomes a race against time for Tintin to uncover the truth behind the theft.

This captivating adventure showcases the iconic characters of Tintin and Captain Haddock as they navigate a web of intrigue and mystery. As they delve deeper into the case, the duo encounters a variety of colorful characters, each with their own motives and secrets. The narrative intertwines humor with suspense, making it a delightful read for both children and adults alike. Tintin's determination and cleverness shine through as he attempts to piece together the clues surrounding the emerald's disappearance.

The Castafiore Emerald is not just a tale of theft; it reflects the timeless charm of Hergé's storytelling. With over 230 million copies sold and adaptations that have captivated audiences worldwide, this installment of The Adventures of Tintin continues to resonate with readers. The book stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of these beloved characters and their thrilling escapades.

Tintin shows young readers that the world in all its complexity is theirs to bestride. (The Wall Street Journal)

I became enthralled with the way Hergé told his stories. Grand, epic, global adventures about a young reporter who goes all around the world looking for stories to tell. (Steven Spielberg, 'The Adventures of Spielberg: An Interview', The New York Times, 2011)

Top 100 Children’s Book – Time Out (2022)

Terrific world-straddling adventures. (Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Ten Essential Children’s Books, Books for Keeps, 2020)

The Red Sea Sharks was named one of Young Bond author Charlie Higson’s favourite books in The Daily Express: “Tintin was a huge inspiration being a young person in an adult world.” (2015)

Explorers of the Moon was named one of comedian Milton Jones’ favourite books in The Daily Express (2018)

Explorers of the Moon was named one of screenwriter and best-selling crime novelist Peter May’s favourite books in The Daily Express: “A childhood favourite…it encouraged me to create my own cartoon series.” (2016)

The Calculus Affair was named one of author and foreign correspondent Christian Jennings’ favourite books in The Week (2017)

ISBN: 9781405206327

Dimensions: 295mm x 218mm x 4mm

Weight: 260g

64 pages