The Swifts: A Gallery Of Rogues - Paperback continues the adventures of Shenanigan Swift in a clever middle-grade mystery, the thrilling sequel to the bestselling The Swifts. When a valuable painting is stolen by the Ouvolpo gang, Shenanigan heads toward Paris to chase clues, meet her eccentric French cousins, and confront a hundred-year-old family feud. This book is perfect for readers aged 9–12 who love clever puzzles, quirky characters, and daring quests, and it carries a gothic charm wrapped in humor that makes it feel adventurous, comforting, and endlessly engaging.

Written in a warm, inviting voice, the story unfolds through brisk chapters that blend mystery, travel, and family dynamics. Shenanigan's pursuit sweeps from home to Paris, where the Martinets’ feuds simmer and clues multiply. The tone balances suspense with humor and heart, inviting readers to solve along and cheer for every brave choice. The Swifts: A Gallery Of Rogues casts Shenanigan into a world that fans of The Swifts will recognize, with family, mystery, and mischief at every turn.

The book's presentation emphasizes storytelling over exposition, with vivid settings, clever twists, and a pace that keeps curious minds turning pages. While it is fiction, the novel teaches resilience, the importance of family, and standing up to wrongdoing, all through memorable characters and witty dialogue.

• Central mystery: a stolen painting with clues you can solve alongside Shenanigan
• Paris setting and the feuding Martinets bring a vivid, quirky cast of characters
• Themes of courage, justice, and the power of family bonds
• Brisk, witty storytelling with gothic charm and humor
• Twists, surprises, and a hopeful ending that rewards curiosity

After finishing The Swifts: A Gallery Of Rogues, readers will feel inspired to stand up for what’s right, value family, and trust their own investigative instincts. This book leaves young readers with warmth, wonder, and the confidence to face puzzles and challenges with courage and kindness.