The Fire on Slate Fell
Published on 18. September 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
104 pages
978-1-0686043-0-0 (ISBN)
Description
After a frightening encounter with a cigar-chomping biker
gang, young sisters Mae and Isla Donaldson investigate a mysterious fire that
has left no trace. The mystery deepens when a beautiful visitor speaks of
buried treasure and a hooded stranger is overheard bragging in the local pub.
Curiosity turns to terror when Isla disappears on the trail of clues left by a
fell-walking eccentric, who has also vanished. Mae's powers of deduction and
Isla's emotional insight are stretched to the limit by an audacious fraud.
gang, young sisters Mae and Isla Donaldson investigate a mysterious fire that
has left no trace. The mystery deepens when a beautiful visitor speaks of
buried treasure and a hooded stranger is overheard bragging in the local pub.
Curiosity turns to terror when Isla disappears on the trail of clues left by a
fell-walking eccentric, who has also vanished. Mae's powers of deduction and
Isla's emotional insight are stretched to the limit by an audacious fraud.
Reviews / Votes
"Veryenjoyable read. Clever plot involving treasure hunters, misplaced
artefacts and mysterious fires on the fells. Are the bikers goodies or
baddies? Can the girls solve it? Of course, they can and way ahead of
the adults who aren't even aware there is a mystery to solve." David Thomas, Father of
three and keen fell walker.
'In this
exciting mystery, two remarkable sisters watch the events around them and
wonder why nothing is necessarily what it appears to be. Their natural
curiosity and clever creative skills are put to the test as they try to put
the pieces of the puzzle together. A thoroughly enjoyable Lakeland adventure
that rattles along with its unique twists and turns.' Janet Lewis, Retired,
Scotland.
"This
story is wonderfully written and illustrated. It captured the attention of my
6-year-old granddaughter who identified with the amateur detectives. She
improved her vocabulary with new words, always a bonus. Good read
indeed." Danni Roberto/Evie Collacott aged 6, Great-grandmother
& great-granddaughter, Canada
"A
well-written tale that engages the reader from the very start and that cannot
help but make you look forward to the next Lakeland Mystery." Terry Pryse, Deep sea
diver, Bermuda
"Move over
Enid Blyton! With their telepathic powers and sharp eyes, sleuthing sisters
Mae and Isla Donaldson get on the trail of a missing Cumbrian treasure trove.
Fast paced, this fun read features bikers The Fells Angels, crooked curators
and dodgy detectorists. The mystery unravels in the streets of Cockermouth
and only Mae and Isla can figure out the vanishing Fire on Slate Fell!" Katriona Wade, Retired BBC
Radio Producer.
"I thoroughly
enjoyed The Fire on Slate Fell and it left me wanting more! I just loved the
characters especially Isla & Mae and their secret communication! It
is written in such a descriptive way; it transported me straight to the Lake
District with all its beauty. The Lakeland Mysteries are the 21st
Century's answer to the Famous 5." Philippa
Haftke, Mother of
two, Kent.
"Join two extraordinary girls,
Isla and Mae, as they unravel a mystery involving a peculiar white van, a
phony fire, and hidden treasure. Through their silent communication and
clever observations, these sisters engage readers from start to finish.
Perfect for curious and imaginative children with a passion for solving
mysteries." Judith Lanka, Educationalist, Zurich
"I really
enjoyed The Fire on Slate Fell! It's a satisfying mystery with an old-school
touch. Reminded me of the Nancy Drew series I read when I was younger, but
the story is well pitched for an adult reader right to the end." Deirdre de
Wijze, Mother of
two, The Netherlands.
"These two
sisters are natural detectives; Isla with her talent for drawing exactly what
she sees, and Mae with her word memory cues that help her keep track of clues.
Their ability to communicate without speaking make for an engaging pair to
solve another mystery. Enjoy the twists and turns of this Lakeland Mystery
where intrigue on the fells gives an authentic touch to this adventure story.
The one scene that might be considered scary depending on the age of the
reader is deftly handled and quite short." Mary Bredin, Emmy
nominated Executive Producer best known for her children's series "True and
the Rainbow Kingdom" and co-creating "Pickwick Pack" on Disney.
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Illustrations
16 full colour illustrations; 22 black & white spot illustrations; 16 full colour illustrations; 22 black & white spot illustrations; 16 full colour illustrations; 22 black & white spot illustrations; 16 full colour illustrations; 22 black & white spot illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 208 mm
Width: 144 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
184 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-0686043-0-0 (9781068604300)
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Persons
Warren
Cabral practised law in Bermuda for 30 years before taking up his pen as author
of fiction for adults and children. Even
before his second career as a writer, he had written short stories, plays,
pantomimes and the books for two musicals.
He was the winner of The Royal Gazette prize for one of his short
stories. His most recent theatrical work was On the Line, staged at The Tea
House Theatre in London. The Lakeland
Mysteries, of which The Fire on Slate Fell is the first book, is Warren's first
venture into children's fiction.
Corryn Webb is a Welsh freelance illustrator and designer based in the rugged mountains beside the North Wales coast in the UK. Living with her husband, children and rescue dogs.With her vivid imagination and eye for detail, Corryn has been lauded for her beautiful award-winning pieces bursting to the rim with creativity. She is fascinated by the beauty, magic, and mythology of the natural landscape of Wales, which regularly inspires her art.
Cabral practised law in Bermuda for 30 years before taking up his pen as author
of fiction for adults and children. Even
before his second career as a writer, he had written short stories, plays,
pantomimes and the books for two musicals.
He was the winner of The Royal Gazette prize for one of his short
stories. His most recent theatrical work was On the Line, staged at The Tea
House Theatre in London. The Lakeland
Mysteries, of which The Fire on Slate Fell is the first book, is Warren's first
venture into children's fiction.
Corryn Webb is a Welsh freelance illustrator and designer based in the rugged mountains beside the North Wales coast in the UK. Living with her husband, children and rescue dogs.With her vivid imagination and eye for detail, Corryn has been lauded for her beautiful award-winning pieces bursting to the rim with creativity. She is fascinated by the beauty, magic, and mythology of the natural landscape of Wales, which regularly inspires her art.