The seven keys of Balabad
By: Paul Haven
Publisher: Orchard; Orchard Books
Published: 2010
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 295
ISBN-13: 9781408303146
Subjects: Treasure troves; Juvenile fiction
Description: Deep under the hot, dusty streets of Balabad, a stash of priceless ancient treasure has lain hidden for centuries, protected by seven secret keys scattered around the globe. Secret, until now. When Oliver Finch and his friend, Zee, stumble across one of the precious objects, they are catapulted into the murky underworld of the city, where thieves lurk and people vanish without trace - and come face-to-face with a criminal mastermind who will stop at nothing to get hold of that key.
Notes: Originally published: New York : Random House.