{"product_id":"theodore-darcy-alpaca-extraordinaire-a-d-schoeman-9781049217116","title":"Theodore Darcy, Alpaca Extraordinaire: The Night of the Marching Rats","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first installment of this adventure series sends Theodore Darcy and his friends on the run after a criminal force from Theo's past resurfaces, activating a dangerous device that threatens their lives and livelihood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMiku, an artist, and her loyal alpaca, Theo, receive an urgent message from Kyoto. Their friends Sebastian and his stoic cat, Mr. Black, are in trouble-the workshop where they live is under threat, and Sebastian's artwork is being targeted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMiku and Theo race to Kyoto, only to find themselves drawn into a much larger mystery. A sinister force is closing in, and the attack on the workshop is only the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the group travels across the Kyoto countryside-from mountains and valleys to dense jungle-they begin to uncover fragments of a hidden agenda.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut the deeper they go, the more dangerous the truth becomes. Who is behind the attacks-and what are they really after?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Theo, Miku, Sebastian, and Mr. Black! This book, the first in an exciting series, is an adventure-fantasy mystery story designed to ignite the imagination of young readers. While it's filled with thrilling adventures and clever detective work, you can rest assured there is no violence or weapons involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA World of Discovery: \u003c\/strong\u003e Our unique ensemble of friends travels the globe, taking young readers on a journey of discovery. Your child will encounter different cultures and places, offering a gentle and fun introduction to the wider world around them. The story also features modern technology, seamlessly weaving in concepts from science and innovation to help curious minds understand how these tools can be used in creative and innovative ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelatable Characters and Important Lessons: \u003c\/strong\u003e At the heart of this adventure are four unique characters: the sharp Miku, the thoughtful Sebastian, the quirky alpaca Theo, and the wise Mr. Black. They are a team that solves crimes and prevents catastrophes, but they are far from perfect. Each character has a relatable flaw, reminding readers that it's okay to have imperfections and that our differences often make us stronger. Each story in the series contains a valuable moral lesson, promoting empathy, teamwork, and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding Vocabulary: \u003c\/strong\u003e This book is intended for a more advanced reading level and features a rich vocabulary. To support your child's learning, all complex words appear in \u003cstrong\u003eboldface\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout the text. You will find a \u003cstrong\u003eglossary\u003c\/strong\u003e at the back of the book where each of these words is explained in a simple, easy-to-understand way. We encourage you to explore these new words with your child, turning the reading experience into an opportunity for vocabulary enrichment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThank you for sharing this adventure with the young readers in your life. We hope you and your child enjoy this journey as much as we have enjoyed creating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e A. D. Schoeman\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 104921711X\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781049217116\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e A.D. Schoeman Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/26\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 136\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.33lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.25w x 0.29d","brand":"A. D. Schoeman","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49148501295359,"sku":"9781049217116","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/theodore-darcy-alpaca-extraordinaire-a-d-schoeman-9781049217116","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}