The Antiquities of Amalthea Academy

What if your school wasn’t just a building… but was secretly alive?

When ten-year-old Lottie Jones discovers that her beloved Amalthea Academy is under threat of demolition, she refuses to let its century of history disappear without a fight. Alongside her brilliant best friend Aadya and hilarious classmate Ollie, Lottie embarks on an unforgettable treasure hunt across the school grounds.

But this is no ordinary quest.

Guided by cryptic clues, quirky teachers, and a dog who understands far more than he lets on, the trio uncover a trail of hidden twentieth-century treasures, each one more surprising than the last. From vintage toys to musical relics, every discovery brings them closer to saving their school… and unravelling its extraordinary past.

Meanwhile, something magical is stirring beneath the surface. Because Amalthea Academy has secrets of its own. And it might just be helping them.

With time running out and the bulldozers looming, can Lottie and her friends unlock the final mystery before it’s too late?

A heartwarming, funny and magical adventure packed with friendship, history and a touch of myth, The Antiquities of Amalthea Academy is perfect for readers who believe that ordinary places can hold the most extraordinary secrets.