by Evelyn Skye
First published 2079
Princess Genevieve Sun has finally found her footing as ruler of the tiny island kingdom of Raldonia. The twelve-year-old survived her uncle's attempt to steal the throne and now enjoys her grandmother the Queen's approval. She even gets to attend weekly game nights with friends between royal duties. But a crisis erupts when South Mallantran dignitaries arrive for crucial trade negotiations. The ceremonial robo-bird meant as a gift from the Queen to the South Mallantran Emperor has vanished from the palace. Without this traditional offering, the expired trade treaty cannot be renewed. Worse, Genevieve will miss her chance to meet her paternal grandfather, the South Mallantran ambassador, and learn about her father's homeland. As Princess Private Eye, Genevieve must solve the theft before diplomatic relations crumble. She rallies her friends to track down the missing robo-bird, racing against time to prevent a disaster that could isolate Raldonia forever.
Genres: adventure, mystery, fantasy, young-adult, royalty
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, missing-person
Setting: Raldonia, South Mallantran
Period: 21st-century
288 pages · Hardcover · Disney Hyperion