Writer's block and a hot afternoon send Geronimo Stilton looking for a break, and Grandfather Shortpaws supplies one in the form of an errand to Arizona. The assignment is to track down an old friend known as the Red Bandit.
Cliffs, canyons and white-water rafting follow, which suits the grandfather considerably more than it suits the grandson. Book fifty-six keeps the series pace brisk, with short chapters, full-colour illustrations and playful lettering carrying young readers through the action. The American Southwest setting adds dramatic landscapes and outdoor adventure to the usual mix of jokes and near-misses, and Geronimo complains his way through all of it.
Practical details:
• An outdoor adventure set among Arizona cliffs and rivers
• Rafting, climbing and a search for a mysterious old acquaintance
• Colour artwork and the series' signature decorated text
• Numbered as book fifty-six for collectors tracking the order
A fit for children aged seven to ten who enjoy fast, funny adventure stories. Available in English at Boipoka.