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Product Identifiers

PublisherCentral Avenue Publishing

ISBN-101771681020

ISBN-139781771681025

eBay Product ID (ePID)26038606044

Product Key Features

Book TitleAmanda on the Danube : the Sounds of Music

Number of Pages128 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2016

TopicTravel, Action & Adventure / General, Mysteries & Detective Stories, General, People & Places / Europe

IllustratorYes

GenreJuvenile Fiction

AuthorDarlene Foster

Book SeriesAn Amanda Travels Adventure Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.4 in

Item Weight4.7 Oz

Item Length8 in

Item Width5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

Reviews"A mysterious travel adventure with a brave, inquisitive, compassionate heroine. This is a fast-paced, fun read! Amanda will take you on a wonderful, visual, descriptive adventure." --PJ Sarah Collins, author, Sam & Nate and Elena Collins, "This was one of the best Children's adventure books I've read in a while." Evie Carter (Amanda in Alberta) "Amanda in Spain is a book for the young and the young-at-heart. Vivid descriptions of the country and its customs, humorous details, and enough tension that keeps you turning the page, make this a very enjoyable reading." Christa Polkinhorn "Clever, straight-forward writing, well thought out characterizations and the engaging Amanda Ross will keep you interested and wanting more adventures with her." Ellen Ekstrom (Amanda in England) "I love how Ms. Foster puts the reader right in the action and kids get to learn about the exciting places Amanda goes. The action and mystery in the book makes it a fun read for kids!" Eric, This Kid Reviews Books (Amanda in Alberta) "Tweens will love joining in the adventures and learning about the different countries in each of the Amanda books in this series. Action packed, fun read. I look forward to another one in this series." D.M.Tulloch "Amanda in England: The Missing Novel is a delightful romp through modern-day London. I highly recommend it for readers in late elementary school or for anyone who loves solving playful mysteries that do not reveal their secrets easily." Long and Short Reviews "I loved Amanda in Arabia very much because it is a really nice book. My favourite character in the book was Amanda because she is brave, curious, adventurous and nice." Rachel, elementary school student. "I really like your books because they are full of mystery and adventure. I feel curious and mystified when I read your books." Roy, elementary school student "I really like Amanda in Arabia The Perfume Flask. I enjoyed this book a lot because I learned tons of amazing, wacky but true facts about Arabia. My favourite character is Amanda. I like her because Amanda is brave and adventurous. This novel is easy and hooks the reader. It gets more exciting each chapter." Angela, elementary school student, "Young readers will have great fun travelling alongside Amanda Ross in this fast-paced mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very last chapter."- Jan L. Coates, Children's Author, Governor General's Literary Awards, "The intrepid Amanda and her friend Leah are off on another lively adventure. Readers may even learn a bit of fascinating European history and geography along the way. A recommended read for 10 to 14 year olds." --Norma Charles, author, Last Chance Island, "A charming and fast-paced story that will delight its young audience as Amanda and Leah travel along the historic Danube River to deliver a very unique and mysterious violin."- Suzanne de Montigny, Award-winning author, Shadow of the Unicorn: The Legacy, "Darlene Foster's latest title, Amanda on the Danube , is a fun and engaging read. Set in different European cities, Amanda and her best friend Leah travel on a cruise ship along the Danube with adventure hot on their heels. A mysterious violin case, two boys and other intriguing characters among ancient castles make this a page turning adventure for young readers."- Margriet Ruurs, Author of My Librarian is a Camel, Boyds Mills Press, "A charming and fast-paced story that will delight its young audience as Amanda and Leah travel along the historic Danube River to deliver a very unique and mysterious violin." --Suzanne de Montigny, Award-winnning author, Shadow of the Unicorn: The Legacy, "This book is a shining example of great, well-written, age-appropriate middle-grade books! Ms. Foster has something great going on with this series, and I cannot wait to read the next book and see where Amanda goes next!" --Erik Wiebel, thiskidreviewsbooks.com, "Young readers will have great fun travelling alongside Amanda Ross in this fast-paced mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very last chapter." --Jan L. Coates, author, A Hair in the Elephant's Trunk, "The intrepid Amanda and her friend Leah are off on another lively adventure. Readers may even learn a bit of fascinating European history and geography along the way. A recommended read for 10 to 14 year olds." --Norma Charles, author, Last Chance Island, "A mysterious violin case, two boys and other intriguing characters among ancient castles make this a page turning adventure for young readers." --Margriet Ruurs, author, My Librarian is a Camel

Dewey Edition23

Grade FromSecond Grade

Series Volume Number5

Dewey Decimal813/.6

Grade ToSixth Grade

SynopsisFollow Amanda down the Danube, through Germany, Austria and Hungary, as she enjoys the enchanting sounds of music everywhere she goes. She remains on the lookout though, wondering just who she can trust., Twelve year old Amanda Ross finds herself on an elegant riverboat with her bestie, Leah, cruising down the beautiful Danube, passing medieval castles, luscious green valleys and charming villages. When she is entrusted with a valuable violin by a young, homeless musician during a stop in Germany, a mean boy immediately attempts to take it from her. Back on their cruise, Amanda struggles to keep the precious violin safe for the poor prodigy. Along the way, she encounters a mysterious monk, a Santa Claus look-alike, and the same nasty boy. Follow Amanda down the Danube, through Germany, Austria and Hungary, as she enjoys the enchanting sounds of music everywhere she goes. She remains on the lookout though, wondering just who she can trust., "Be prepared to learn a lot about the culture while you follow Amanda on her adventure." -- Laura Best, author, Bitter, Sweet "What a great way for a young person to learn about a culture and to be inspired to experience other countries themselves." -- Irene Butler, author, Trekking the Globe with Mostly Gentle Footsteps Twelve year old Amanda Ross finds herself on an elegant riverboat with her bestie, Leah, cruising down the beautiful Danube, passing medieval castles, luscious green valleys and charming villages. When she is entrusted with a valuable violin by a young, homeless musician during a stop in Germany, a mean boy immediately tries to take it from her. Back on their cruise, Amanda struggles to keep the precious violin safe for the poor prodigy. Along the way, she meets a mysterious monk, a Santa Claus look-alike, and the same nasty boy. Follow Amanda down the Danube, through Germany, Austria and Hungary, as she enjoys the enchanting sounds of music everywhere she goes. She remains on the lookout though, wondering just who she can trust. Be sure to read all the books in this exciting Amanda Travels series! 1. Amanda in Arabia: The Perfume Flask 2. Amanda in Spain: The Girl in the Painting 3. Amanda in England: The Missing Novel 4. Amanda in Alberta: The Writing on the Stone 5. Amanda on the Danube: The Sounds of Music 6. Amanda in New Mexico: Ghosts in the Wind 7. Amanda in Holland: Missing in Action 8. Amanda in Malta: The Sleeping Lady