William S is a young boy who finds himself in a peculiar situation involving a mysterious man and a hidden treasure. He must unravel the secrets.
Author
Zilpha Keatley Snyder
27 books in the catalog
Zilpha Keatley Snyder has 27 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly mystery, adventure and historical fiction. The titles we've reviewed span 1965 to 2009.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 8–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Two children, Sarah and Ben, discover a hidden world and encounter mysterious beings and challenges.
A young boy named Barnaby is drawn into a mysterious world of gargoyles and ancient secrets in a medieval city.
Blair experiences disturbing nightmares that seem to bleed into reality, affecting her and her family.
A young girl and her friends investigate the mysterious disappearance of a classmate, uncovering secrets in their small town.
A young girl named Sybil moves to a new town and becomes fascinated by a local legend involving witches and a mysterious old woman.
A young girl discovers a hidden world and a magical changeling, leading her on an adventure to protect both realms.
A group of children in a suburban neighborhood create an elaborate fantasy world in their backyard.
In a subterranean world, a young girl named Maya discovers a hidden truth about her people and their connection to the surface.
A young girl finds a mysterious bronze pen that leads her on an adventure involving secrets and history.
Two children, Barnaby and his sister, discover a hidden treasure map and embark on an adventure in their town.
A group of friends navigates the complexities of growing up and their changing relationships.
Two children uncover a series of mysterious clues and secrets hidden within their old house and surrounding town.
A young boy encounters a mysterious, spectral figure and must unravel its secrets to help his family.
Two sisters, Cassie and Meg, run away from home and find themselves in unexpected situations and friendships.
A young boy named Gib is sent to live with relatives and navigates difficult circumstances and his own identity.
A young girl named Lisl is drawn into a mysterious and potentially dangerous world of traveling performers.
Two children, Charlotte and her younger brother, discover a mysterious box and a bone that lead them on an adventure.
A young girl named Cat Running, who feels like an outsider, finds a connection with a wild horse and learns about herself.
A young girl named Maggie moves to a new town and discovers a mysterious old house and its secrets.
Libby navigates the challenges of a new school and friendships during a pivotal week in her life.
Janie and her friends investigate a series of mysterious events in their small town, uncovering secrets and solving a local puzzle.
A young girl named Sarah befriends a mysterious and beautiful creature that lives in the woods, leading to complex emotional and ethical questions.
A young girl named Amanda moves to a new town and encounters strange occurrences and a mysterious doll that seems to have a life of its own.
A group of children create an elaborate Egyptian-themed game in their neighborhood, leading to imaginative adventures.
A young boy discovers he has a magical ability and must learn to control it while facing challenges.
A young girl named Ellie discovers a hidden room in her grandmother's house, leading to a mysterious and potentially dangerous adventure.
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