The Lost Book Of Magic

In The Lost Book of Magic by Amelia Mellor, magic and mystery return to Cole’s Book Arcade in 1895 Melbourne, where the grand bookshop’s future hangs by a thread. This middle grade fantasy adventure blends old-world bookish wonder with clever puzzles and a touch of the uncanny.

With the city in crisis and her father considering closing the doors for good, Pearl Cole is offered a chance to save everything she loves: a strange, ghostly visitor promises her magic. Pearl grabs it—only to discover that power has consequences, and her new ally isn’t quite what he appears.

As Pearl slips further out of reach, Vally is forced into a risky bargain with the Obscurosmith, the sinister magician who once threatened their family. To set things right, they must chase lost treasures scattered across the globe.

Perfect for readers who love historical fantasy, bookshops, puzzle-solving, and high-stakes sibling loyalty. Step back into the Arcade and see what the magic asks in return.