When a series of mysterious carriage accidents begins frightening London's horses and injuring passengers, ten-year-old Sarah Cavendish suspects there is more to the story than anyone realizes.
While merchants, drivers, and city officials search for answers, Sarah notices something others have overlooked. Mayfair, her beloved carriage horse, seems to be trying to tell her something.
Joined by her loyal friend Tom Finch, the wise stable master Mr. Briggs, and her devoted father Henry Cavendish, Sarah follows a trail of clues from the elegant streets of Mayfair to the bustling docks of the River Thames. There she discovers a strange new invention that may hold the key to the mystery.
Can Sarah learn to understand what the horses are trying to say before another accident occurs?
Filled with friendship, humour, horses, and adventure, The Steamship Mystery is a heartwarming historical mystery that introduces young readers to Regency London while celebrating curiosity, kindness, observation, and the special bond between people and animals.
Perfect for readers aged 8-12 and for families who enjoy classic adventures, gentle mysteries, and richly illustrated historical stories.
The Adventures of Sarah Cavendish series combines authentic history, memorable characters, and timeless values in stories that children and parents can enjoy together.
Ages 6-12
