{"product_id":"secret-of-the-staircase-the-virginia-mysteries","title":"Secret of the Staircase (The Virginia Mysteries)","description":"Something's lurking beneath the Jefferson Hotel’s famous staircase.\n\nIf Sam and Derek have to get dressed up for a fancy wedding weekend, at least it’s at the Jefferson, Richmond’s famous downtown hotel. The brothers and their friend Caitlin love exploring the extravagant corridors, long elegant staircase and grand Rotunda of Lewis Ginter’s historic structure.\n\nWhen the hotel opened back in 1895, real alligators roamed free in the courtyard fountains. But that was ages ago...or was it? A bellman’s mysterious tales of missing items and creepy sounds and shadows make the danger seem much more real. After the wedding rings disappear and Sam is blamed, there’s no time to waste to learn the truth and recover the rings. But who is the real culprit? The friendly bellman, the disgruntled young son of the groom, or could it really be an alligator?\n\nTo save the wedding and clear Sam’s name, the kids must follow clues through secret passageways and hidden rooms deep within the hotel. But if they're not careful, they might become dinner for the Jefferson’s most unusual guests.\n\nSecret of the Staircase is the fourth book in The Virginia Mysteries series, but it can also be read as a standalone. If you enjoy mystery and adventure like the Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, Magic Tree House, or National Treasure, you’ll love author Steven K. Smith’s exciting middle-grade series. The stories are modern-day fictional mysteries with twists of real locations and events from Virginia history. These fast-paced books are popular with both boys and girls ages 7-12, appealing to even reluctant readers!\nAlso by Steven K. Smith:\nThe Virginia Mysteries\nBook 1 - Summer of the Woods\nBook 2 - Mystery on Church Hill\nBook 3 - Ghosts of Belle Isle\nBook 4 - Secret of the Staircase\nBook 5 - Midnight at the Mansion\nBook 6 - Shadows at Jamestown\nBook 7 - Spies at Mount Vernon\nBook 8 - Escape from Monticello\nBook 9 - Pictures at the Protest\nBook 10 - Pirates on the Bay\nBook 11 - Danger on the Stage\nBook 12 - Conspiracy at the Launch\nBrother Wars Series\nBrother Wars\nCabin Eleven\nThe Big Apple\nFinal Kingdom Trilogy (Ages 10+)\nThe Missing\nThe Recruit\nThe Bridge\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0989341453\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: 31UE34000C0P_ns\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Smith, Steven K.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42812781723709,"sku":"31UE34000C0P_ns","price":5.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/0989341453-0.jpg?v=1765918578","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/secret-of-the-staircase-the-virginia-mysteries","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}