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Titles in Order of Publication:
 Book 1: LOST TREASURE OF THE EMERALD EYE
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559634
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo Stilton is a mouse and the editor of the newspaper The Rodent's Gazette. Beginning his adventures, Geronimo's sister Thea invites him on a treasure hunt. Well, who can resist that? Certainly not Geronimo, who joins Thea and their cousin Trap on a sea voyage to the island on the treasure map.
While on their ship, THE LUCKY LADY, Geronimo discovers a stowaway, encounters a hurricane, stars in a "mouse overboard" scenario, is shipwrecked --- and that's just the beginning! Will the band of adventurers get rich? Will they even survive?
 Book 2: THE CURSE OF THE CHEESE PYRAMID
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559642
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo's penny-pinching grandfather, William Short Paws, owns the newspaper that Geronimo is editor of. When Grandfather William fires the staff to save money, Geronimo's family steps in to help. Grandfather sends Geronimo to Egypt to write a report on the pyramids. Unfortunately, he's flying "D.C. Airlines" --- which stands for "Dirt Cheap Airlines." The windows are broken, Geronimo's seatbelt is a string and they're selling emergency parachutes! Instead of a bathroom, Geronimo has a bedpan.
After a fur-raising flight, Geronimo reaches Cairo where he interviews Professor Alrat Spitfur in his stinky laboratory full of camels. Geronimo visits Cheops's Pyramid in an attempt to discover the secret of Spitfur's new energy-creating process. Geronimo (and the reader) learns some fascinating facts about the pyramids and the pharaohs who built them. Geronimo discovers that there's a Pharaoh's Curse! Will he survive it long enough to return to New Mouse City and fix the problems with his grandfather and his job?
 Book 3: CAT AND MOUSE IN A HAUNTED HOUSE
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559650
Ages 7-10
128 pages
When Geronimo drives to visit his Aunt Sweetfur, he gets lost in the Dark Forest. His car breaks down, so he walks through the rain to the old castle he spies in the distance. The castle is not only neglected, it's surrounded by a moat --- and has blood-red windows. AND it just happens to be Halloween! The castle's flag has a picture of a cat, and cat statues guard the castle's entrance.
Geronimo is terrified, but he can't stay out in the storm. When he goes in, he discovers that Duke Bigpaw Cannycat owns the castle. Soon, he finds (gulp!) mouse bones in the kitchen, a cat ghost in the library, and a rat skeleton in a closet. Thea, Trap and Benjamin (Geronimo's sister, cousin and nephew) join him in this ghostly tail --- I mean, tale.
 Book 4: I'M TOO FOND OF MY FUR!
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559669
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo's old friend, Professor von Volt, asks him to deliver the professor's secret diary to his lab in the Himalayas. He even mentions the mythical hairy beast, the yeti, and says his life is in danger. Geronimo hates to travel but he is a good friend, so he heads out with his sister Thea, cousin Trap, and nephew Benjamin.
Their Sherpa guide, Ratfur, knows the professor is in Chomolungma --- which means Geronimo's group must climb Mouse Everest in spite of Geronimo's fear of heights. It's a long, hard climb. Just as Geronimo thinks he'll never make it, he discovers something truly astounding.
 Book 5: FOUR MICE DEEP IN THE JUNGLE
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559677
128 pages
Geronimo has developed fears of fireworks, heights, dentists, flying, spiders, closed places ... in short, just about everything. His psychiatrist says that it's up to him to face his fears in order to get rid of them. But Geronimo is afraid to start!
Thea, Trap and Benjamin mousenap Geronimo and trick him into signing up for the "To the Last Whisker Survival School" in the Rattytrap Jungle. But how can Geronimo survive this ordeal when he's terrified of everything? Will his family's good intentions lead to a cure, or will it be the death of him?
 Book 6: PAWS OFF, CHEDDARFACE!
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559685
128 pages
What in the world is going on? Geronimo is repeatedly accused of actions he has no memory of taking. He discovers his face and name on a toilet advertisement. He hears that he's been popping wheelies on a motorcycle, insulting his friends, and more. But he remembers none of it.
Geronimo finally discovers someone is immousenating him! The imposter takes over Geronimo's job, his home, and his friends. He must get to the bottom of the dastardly plot --- especially after the phony Geronimo sells Geronimo's newspaper to the dreadful competition.
 Book 7: RED PIZZAS FOR A BLUE COUNT
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559693
128 pages
Trap is in trouble! He calls Geronimo from Transratania, asking for help. When Thea, Benjamin and Geronimo get to Ratoff, every mouse in town is wearing and eating garlic --- and acting too scared to squeak when the travelers ask the way to Ratoff Castle.
The trio manages to find and sneak into the dark, eerie castle. They watch the count and countess drink (gasp!) blood! The three go undercover, working as servants, in order to rescue Trap. They must solve the castle's mysteries: Why do the inhabitants eat bugs and sleep hanging upside down? The truth surprises not only Geronimo and the gang, but also the reader!
 Book 8: ATTACK OF THE BANDIT CATS
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559707
128 pages
Geronimo's in big trouble! The phone book he publishes is full of wrong numbers, and everyone in New Mouse City is furious with him. When Trap invites him to go on a quest to discover a mysterious moving silver island in the Claw Islands, he agrees --- just to get away. Thea and Benjamin join them for the adventure.
They set off in a hot-air balloon and discover that the "island" is actually a silver ship "felined" by pirate cats. Soon, Geronimo and his gang are captives of the evil cats, who try to get them to reveal the location of Mouse Island. When the mice refuse, they find themselves being fattened up for the cat crew's feast. Will they be able to escape?
 Book 9: A FABUMOUSE VACATION FOR GERONIMO
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559715
128 pages
Geronimo is sick of the rat race and thrilled to head off on vacation to Happy Tail Island. But disasters at work interrupt, and he misses his plane. Time after time, Geronimo misses one plane after the other as emergencies interfere.
Finally, he travels the Dump Express, headed for the only trip his travel agent can find him, to the Ratty Tatty Hotel. Unfortunately, he must share his room with Pinky Pick, the newspaper assistant who drives him crazy. His vacation goes downhill from there, but can it be saved? This book is crammed full of games Pinky Pick publishes in her magazine, Fur Kids Only.
 Book 10: ALL BECAUSE OF A CUP OF COFFEE
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559723
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo falls in love with the gorgeous young countess Stephanie von Sugarfur, but she won't give him the time of day. He's so befuddled by romance that his family worries about him. They trick him into heading off to Butterfly Island to search for the legendary Valley of the Cheesettes --- the Eighth Wonder of the World! Geronimo is not an adventurous type --- he suffers all kinds of motion sickness! He hates flying, riding on boats, marching, camping, and everything else he'll have to endure in this story. Will he survive the journey? Will this adventure make any difference in his love life?
 BOOK 11: IT'S HALLOWEEN, YOU 'FRAIDY MOUSE!
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439559731
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo admits that he's a scaredy-mouse, which is why he hates Halloween. His sister and nephew persuade him to write a Halloween book in one day. As research, Cousin Trap demonstrates the frightening gags in the trick store he's working for (Geronimo barely survives the terror!). Geronimo and Benjamin meet Creepella von Cacklefur to check out her Halloween costume. Her home is a tomb in a cemetery --- and she develops an instant crush on Geronimo!
Creepella plans a Halloween party, and they get Tina Spicytail to cook up the spooky treats. The only problem --- Tina doesn't understand that the dishes are pretend and that "Sewer Slugs" are really pasta. Oh, dear. Will Geronimo have to eat real bats' eyes? But first he has to write that book on how to throw a Halloween party, which is included in IT'S HALLOWEEN, YOU 'FRAIDY MOUSE! You'll even find the recipe for Sewer Slugs. Yum!
 BOOK 12: MERRY CHRISTMAS, GERONIMO!
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 043955974X
Ages 7-10
113 pages
It's Christmas Eve and Geronimo is getting ready for his enormous party, when one disaster after another happens to the poor mouse. First, he breaks his paw while trying to help a truck driver recover the candy that he spilled all over the street. Next, he helps an elderly mouse cross the street and gets his tail run over. When the ambulance shows up, Geronimo falls off the stretcher.
With his paw in a cast, a broken tail and a bruised snout, Geronimo is losing his holiday spirit. But then Benjamin calls him a hero! Awwww! Things are looking up. But wait a minute --- Geronimo's worst holiday problems are yet to come. Can his Christmas be saved?
 Book 13: THE PHANTOM OF THE SUBWAY
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439661625
Ages 7-10
112 pages
There's quite a twist in the tail --- I mean "tale!" --- when Geronimo and the gang search for the phantom cat in the subway. They must enter the city's sewer system. Normally, Geronimo would never go where it's dark, slippery, cold and stinky (ewww). But he must be first with his story for The Rodent's Gazette!
As Geronimo travels deeper below New Mouse City, he catches shocking glimpses of giant cat's eyes and enormous cat shadows. Will they meet up with the twenty-foot-tall, five-hundred-pound ghost cat? Will he survive his cousin Trap's horrendous breath? Stay tuned!
 Book 14: THE TEMPLE OF THE RUBY OF FIRE
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439661633
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo's old friend, Professor Paws von Volt, sends the gang airplane tickets so they can join him on the Amazon River. While they wait to meet up with the professor, a tail-pinching crab, a prickly sea urchin, stinging jellyfish, and an injection-happy doctor all target Geronimo. Is he having fun? NO.
At last, the professor arrives --- in the coolest submarine ever. He asks for their help in finding an ancient Incan temple, which holds an enormous ruby. Evil rodents that are destroying the rain forest complicate the group's quest. As the adventure unfolds, Geronimo learns some fascinating history. He also discovers how to improve the future of our world.
 Book 15: THE MONA MOUSA CODE
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439661641
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo and the gang hear a rumor that there is another painting hidden beneath the "famouse" painting, the Mona Mousa. Of course, they can't resist the call of a mystery. They travel immediately to the mouseum where Thea sweet-talks the art expert into loaning her the CD of the eleven mysterious objects in the hidden picture. Cracking the code leads to a trip to eleven spots to find a letter in each. Putting the letters together properly will solve the mystery.
Alas! At the very first place, a fish market, poor Geronimo is splashed with water, slips on a fish bone, has a giant fish land in his arms, and gets a big slimy hug from an octopus! He and Theo eventually find the Pelican's Pillar, where they discover the first letter --- along with the news that an elderly lady was also looking for the Pillar. One by one, Geronimo and his sister find the places and letters, only to hear that other mysterious persons were there before them. Can Geronimo solve the mystery first?
 Book 16: A CHEESE-COLORED CAMPER
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439691397
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo's Grandfather William (also known as Cheap Mouse Willy) persuades him to join Thea, Benjamin, Trap, his cook, and himself on a trip to cold, dark, remote Ratzikistan. Grandfather William expects Geronimo to write a guidebook. Geronimo doesn't want to go --- but, of course, his relatives talk him into it. Benjamin and Trap get sick, so the rest head off in Grandfather William's enormous cheddar-colored camper.
After the group gets lost in a dark forest, his family forces Geronimo to go for help. How does he cope? First he sobs, and then he worries. Next, he shivers, gulps, and screeches at a shadow that keeps following him. To his relief, he discovers that the rodent belonging to the shadow is a fan of his books. Unfortunately, the fan informs Geronimo that they're in Fossil Forest, not Ratzikistan.
When the travelers finally reach Ratzikistan, poor Geronimo goes on some wild snow rides, ends up in a snow bank, burns his mouth on pizza, and tries a bunch of sports he hates. They all decide that no one in his "rat" mind would ever buy a guidebook to Ratzikistan. When they are most disappointed, a lucky find saves their trip from being a waste --- and Geronimo discovers an unexpected bonus to traveling with family.
Book 17: WATCH YOUR WHISKERS, STILTON!
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439691400
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Emergency!! Geronimo's newspaper is in big trouble. A mysterious one-eyed rat is offering news dealers huge amounts of money to sell only the newspaper, The Roaring Rat. That same ominous rodent pays big bucks to booksellers to sell only books from The Roaring Rat Group. Next, Geronimo's office landlord asks him to leave, because the same one-eyed rat gave her tons of money to rent the space. And the bank, recently bought by a --- you guessed it! --- one-eyed rat, demands Geronimo pay off his loans and close his account.
Can Geronimo save his newspaper The Rodent's Gazette and his Stilton Publishing book company from the menacing one-eyed rat bent on destroying him? Only if he appears on the spooky television game show "The Mousetrap" and wins the million-dollar prize. And if he loses? He might (gulp) actually lose his tail! Which is Geronimo more fond of --- his tail or his job?
 Book 18: SHIPWRECK ON THE PIRATE ISLANDS
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439691419
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo's family persuades him to go to the Pirate Islands for vacation. Never mind that the area is chockfull of dangerous, mouse-eating animals! As they approach the islands by hydroplane, a tornado causes the plane to crash into the ocean. Soon, they're all marooned on an island.
Being the well-read mouse he is, Geronimo recalls a bunch of information about pirates --- including the fact that the ghost of pirate Silverpaw wanders the very island they're trying to survive on. At night, creepy, weird footsteps awaken Geronimo. Ghosts, pirates, sharks, giant crabs...is this a vacation or is it Geronimo's worst nightmare?
SHIPWRECK ON THE PIRATE ISLANDS is chockfull of pirate lore, survival tips, sailor jokes, and even a recipe for "pirate soup"!
 Book 19: MY NAME IS STILTON, GERONIMO STILTON
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439691427
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo hires an assistant --- and what an assistant she turns out to be! Her name is Pinky Pick, and she's not only smart and a computer expert, but she's also trendy! Geronimo actually hires Pinky sight unseen. When he does see her, he can't believe his eyes! She's dressed crazily, with plastic goldfish swimming in the platforms of her sneakers. Her attitude matches her clothes. And can you believe she's only 14 years old? Pinky then wows Geronimo by being an amazing worker, and scoring an impossible interview with a rock star.
However, Geronimo is furious when he learns that Pinky told the rock star that she had to get an interview for her mean boss. Geronimo goes back and forth --- one minute he's ready to fire his new assistant, the next minute he thinks she's the greatest. Imagine Geronimo's shock when he finds out that Pinky arranged to have him spend New Year's at the North Pole!
Will Pinky be the best thing that's ever happened to The Rodent's Gazette, or will she drive Geronimo stark raving bonkers?
 Book 20: SURF'S UP, GERONIMO!
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439691435
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Against his better judgment, Geronimo heads off on a vacation to San Shabby Fur Island arranged by his crazy cousin Trap and Trap's weird travel agent pal. His trip starts off on the wrong paw as he catches his Last Gasp Airways flight, which is dirty and worn. From there, Geronimo's vacation goes downhill, fast.
Geronimo is hoping for snoozes on the beach, but what he wants and what he gets are two entirely different things. His hotel is downright creepy, complete with fleas and cockroaches --- and minus a bathtub. The beach is over an hour's long hot walk away. Geronimo's dreams of relaxing fade when he's forced to do activities that are not exactly his cup of cheese: bungee jumping, scuba diving, rock climbing, and more.
Can there be any kind of happy ending to this sad vacation tail (I mean "tale")?
 Book 21: THE WILD, WILD WEST
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439691443
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo and his family are crossing the Arizona desert when they find a Wild West town called Cactus City. They gear up, saddle up, and gallop until they find rooms for rent. Geronimo goes into the saloon, and before you can say "cheese," big rough Mick Muscle tries to pick a fight with him. Geronimo keeps narrowly avoiding a fight with him, but finally Mick challenges Geronimo to a gunfight! Before that can happen, Geronimo accidentally beats him in a fight --- to everyone's amazement (especially Geronimo's!).
Wicked Whiskers, a bully dressed as a sheriff, rides into town and starts throwing his weight around. Wicked Whiskers challenges Geronimo to a rodeo match, and the winner will have to tame the creature called Bessie. Gulp! First, though, Geronimo and his family need to hit the trail for three days to reach the ranch of Wicked Whiskers. Will Geronimo survive being a cowrat? And if he does, will he survive meeting a beast the likes of which he's never seen? You'll find out in THE WILD, WILD WEST, which is also chock-full of facts about the west, song lyrics, and even a recipe for black bean soup.
 Book 22: THE SECRET OF CACKLEFUR CASTLE
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439691451
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo's family is concerned because he hasn't written a book for a long time. He tells them he's lacking in inspiration. But he can't bemoan his writer's block for long because his strange friend, Creepella von Cacklefur, insists he accompany her to Cacklefur Castle in the Valley of the Vain Vampires. Creepella gives Geronimo the creeps --- and she wants to be his girlfriend. Geronimo refuses to go with Creepella, but she mousenaps him!
Geronimo is, of course, terrified of the incredibly spooky castle with its singing toilets, laughing bathtubs, tickling mattresses, flesh-eating strawberries, and other strange things. But he is absolutely scared to death when Creepella announces their impending marriage! Geronimo is in the worst trouble of his life. He's trapped and can't even call his sister for help since Creepella's watch plant ate his phone. The food at Cacklefur Castle is the worst ever. (Can you believe poison ivy salad with slime dressing?)
Geronimo makes a desperate attempt to escape. Will he be successful --- or will he be turned into a mummy?
THE SECRET OF CACKLEFUR CASTLE has a surprise ending, in addition to Geronimo's joke contest winners. Is YOUR joke included?
 A CHRISTMAS TALE: Geronimo Stilton Special Edition
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439791316
Ages 7-10
64 pages
Geronimo is in a fine Christmas spirit until everyone keeps telling him that the holiday is all about shopping and buying. Everywhere he looks, he sees ads. Every time he listens, he hears commercials. It's so bad, he even sees airplanes towing advertisement banners when he looks out the window.
Things go from bad to worse when Geronimo learns that his sister and nephew are going away on a tropical cruise for the holidays. Even Trap is leaving to take a cooking class. One by one, Geronimo's relatives and friends inform him that they will be gone for Christmas, leaving Geronimo alone to celebrate (?) by himself. Even Creepella von Cacklefur, who scares Geronimo with her spookiness and plans for marriage to him, won't be around.
Geronimo is SO sad about spending the holidays alone. Then he runs into his elderly neighbor, who is also by herself for Christmas. Next he meets more lonely folks. Hmm. Geronimo's apartment is all decorated for a celebration with friends. Maybe it won't be such a tragic Christmas after all?
This heartwarming holiday tale comes complete with a surprise ending --- and a pullout holiday board game.
 Book 23: VALENTINE'S DAY DISASTER
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0439691478
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo loves Valentine's Day so much that he's throwing a huge party and inviting more than 100 of his friends and family. Unfortunately, everything goes wrong on Valentine's Day morning. He slips in the bathroom and hurts himself after he oversleeps. On his way out the door, he checks his mailbox for the mounds of valentines he expects, but his mailbox is empty! Next, he goes into work as editor of The Rodent's Gazette and discovers that because his enemy, Sally Ratmousen, bought the delivery company, none of Geronimo's papers have been delivered.
Can Geronimo's day get any worse? You bet it can! But first it gets better. Geronimo meets the charming cowmouse country singer, Cheesy Lou Sweetsnout, who has a solution to Geronimo's delivery problem: horses, and lots of them. Geronimo is so relieved --- until he gets home and a wall of stinky water pours out of his front door. Geronimo has a bit of a plumbing problem, which has ruined his house. However, Cheesy Lou comes to the rescue once again.
Valentine's Day is one disaster after another. Is it going to be the worst holiday ever, or will it end on a happy note? Along with the story, Geronimo includes tons of information about Valentine's Day, how to throw a great Valentine's Day party, the history of pizza, and more!
 Book 24: FIELD TRIP TO NIAGARA FALLS
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 043969146X
Ages 7-10
128 pages
Geronimo visits Benjamin's school where he is dazzled by the teacher, Angel Paws, and accidentally invites Benjamin's entire class to go to Niagara Falls as his guests. All 22 students are thrilled. But the trip doesn't start out well. On the plane the kids ask Geronimo questions, spill juice on his computer, and smear him with ice cream --- and they mob the window so he can't actually look at the falls.
Geronimo discovers that the class is not staying in a cushy hotel room but is camping out. Horrors! Needless to say, Geronimo can't set up the tents. But once he calls Thea, she sets him straight. Next he finds out he is camp cook, but he can't start the fire until he again speaks with Thea. Finally, he faces a huge challenge: he must set up a bathroom. Guess who comes to his rescue?
Of course, Geronimo's adventures are far from over. He has scenery to admire, a boat ride to scare him, legends and the history of Niagara Falls to share...and just maybe a heroic deed to perform. A friendly forest ranger shares facts about nature with the class right before they find themselves in a truly terrifying situation. Add in a little romance, some excellent barbecue, plus several jokes, and it all adds up to one of Geronimo's most action-packed stories ever.
 Book 25: THE SEARCH FOR SUNKEN TREASURE
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 0606348999
Ages 7-10
128 pages
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Geronimo's Aunt Sweetfur arrives in Geronimo's office with urgent tidings. She has also invited Thea and Trap to inform them that she's found the journal of her long-lost seafaring husband, Grayfur. According to the diary, Grayfur's last voyage was to look for treasure near the Ratlapagos Islands. Sweetfur must go see the places Grayfur visited on his last trip, and she wants Geronimo, Thea and Trap to come along.
When Geronimo researches, he discovers that the lost treasure is 13 precious diamonds, carried by the ship The Golden Rind, which vanished in 1713. How intriguing! Geronimo and company, including nephew Benjamin, cannot resist this mystery --- and before you can say "cheddar or Swiss?" they are off on their next adventure.
Unfortunately for Geronimo (and his stomach), Thea feels she must demonstrate trick maneuvers in her airplane. But Geronimo's travel terrors aren't over when the plane ride ends because next he must endure a boat ride. How much does Geronimo hate being seasick? He almost jumps overboard.
In a port diner, Trap opens his trap about the hidden treasure to a bunch of sailors. So much for keeping it a secret! As they search the ocean for the sunken ship, they notice a suspicious boat following them. Even more ominously for Geronimo, everyone expects him to scuba dive. He can't. Truly. But he does.
Will Geronimo's quest to find the lost treasure be successful? Will he survive encounters with some bad guys, a terrible storm, more seasickness, and (maybe even the worst trauma of all) Trap's cooking?
 Book 26: THE MUMMY WITH NO NAME
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN-10: 0439841178
ISBN-13: 9780439841177
Ages 7-10
128 pages
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Geronimo is cuddled up with a great book on a fall day when he gets a message from Professor Sandsnout, director of the Egyptian Mouseum. The professor needs Geronimo's help. Geronimo decides to take Benjamin along to the mouseum. When Geronimo picks up his nephew, his crush, Petunia Pretty Paws, asks him to take care of her annoying niece, Bugsy, for a week. What can Geronimo do? He says "yes," of course.
Geronimo takes Benjamin and Bugsy to the mouseum. Strangely it's deserted and full of creepy statues. Even worse is an old coffin labeled "The Mummy With No Name." Eeek. When he has a moment alone, Geronimo actually sees the mummy, which talks to him. EEEK.
Professor Sandsnout appears. He confides that The Mummy With No Name is scaring guests away from the mouseum. Professor Sandsnout has one clue: an ancient manuscript with the end missing. Before the group can start work on the mystery, the lights go out, they hear mysterious sounds and the manuscript vanishes!
As Geronimo and his fellow detectives try to unravel the mystery, they are in for many adventures and misadventures, including some time trapped in a coffin for poor Geronimo. Unfortunately, things get much worse for our hero before they start getting much better. There's even an ancient love story that Geronimo helps bring to a satisfying conclusion.
THE MUMMY WITH NO NAME is full of interesting facts about Egypt and tips on how to throw your own mummy party, which makes this enjoyable read even more fun!
 Book 27: THE CHRISTMAS TOY FACTORY
by Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN-10: 0439841186
ISBN-13: 9780439841184
Ages 7-10
128 pages
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Geronimo has trudged through a freezing December morning in order to get to his office and get some work done. But before Geronimo can even begin, his grandfather, William Shortpaws, arrives. William Shortpaws orders him to get the business in order or (gasp!) he will once again take over --- and Geronimo will be out of a job. Geronimo cannot have that, so he is inspired to work, work, work.
For the next week, Geronimo works so hard he doesn't even take a break for lunch. On Christmas Eve morning, Geronimo realizes he needs to be at his nephew Benjamin's Christmas play. But when he arrives, he is too late. The play is over and Benjamin's feelings are hurt. Geronimo tries to cheer his nephew up by buying him a toy, but Benjamin just wants to go home and Geronimo heads back to his office.
Imagine Geronimo's amazement when his detective friend Hercule Poirat jumps out of a delivered present just to wish him happy holidays. Next, Geronimo's buddy Burl Burlyrat shows up to give Geronimo a present, followed by the arrival of Squeaky Star, a famous(e) singer. Geronimo's friends want to go out for lunch and open gifts, but Geronimo just doesn't have time because he must work. He even turns down his crush, Petunia Pretty Paws, when she invites him to go to Australia with her. And when his co-workers try to throw a party, he yells at them.
Geronimo feels terrible about being such a Scrooge. The situation doesn't improve when his family members can't believe he isn't at the family holiday gathering. But no matter what, Geronimo continues to work. However, his life takes a turn when he falls asleep while researching a story on the spirit of Christmas. When he wakes up, he finds a little elf at the window with an invitation to visit Santa Claus. No matter how much work Geronimo plans to do, he cannot turn down this invitation (who could?). The next thing he knows, he's shivering in his boots, terrified at Ding-Dong's flying tricks in a sleigh pulled by reindeer.
Having survived the trip, Geronimo is stunned by the experience of actually meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus. He is even more shocked when he discovers that Santa can't deliver toys because he has the measles. It turns out that Santa is a big fan of Geronimo's books and he asks Geronimo to deliver toys. But Geronimo is overwhelmed by the idea. Can he save Christmas for children everywhere --- and for himself?
THE CHRISTMAS TOY FACTORY is packed full of fun extras, including Christmas ideas, decorations and recipes.
 Book 28: WEDDING CRASHER
by
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN-10: 0439841194
ISBN-13: 9780439841191
Ages 7-10
111 pages
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Geronimo gets the tackiest wedding invitation he's ever seen, written in crayon and sealed with chewing gum. It announces the wedding of his cousin, Stevie Stingysnout, which will be held at the family home, known as "Penny Pincher Castle" on "Cheap Change Hill." He can't believe it when Thea insists they attend. She doesn't even give him time to pack properly, but Geronimo comes along when he finds out that Benjamin is going.
When they arrive at Uncle Samuel S. Stingysnout's crazy castle, it's in the middle of nowhere --- and built out of all kinds of materials, even aluminum cans. In order to get in the castle, they must travel across the stinky moat in an old patched inner tube. Geronimo is appalled by his uncle's home and is amazed that his uncle loves it so much. He regrets going on the trip with his entire heart, especially after Trap tricks him into taking off his pants in front of a bunch of guests.
Because of Uncle Samuel's thrifty ways, the room Geronimo stays in is really poor and depressing. It holds a fireplace with pretend flames and a book that you can't open. Can things get any worse? Yes, as a matter of fact. When Geronimo needs the bathroom, he must ask his uncle for the key. Uncle Samuel can't hear very well and Geronimo can't wait. He's so impatient that he makes a fuss. Now the guests think Geronimo is a mouse who takes his pants off in public and is rude to his uncle. And that is not the end of his humiliation --- all because of prankster Trap.
Geronimo is amazed when the bride, Patience Plainpaws, begins to serve dinner wearing a maid's uniform. Geronimo overhears visitors discussing the fact that Patience was once wealthy but has since lost her fortune. Dinner itself is shocking because there is so little of it, and the castle is freezing. Is there any way this wacky wedding trip can have a happy ending worthy of a Geronimo Stilton book? You might be surprised…then again, you might not be!
 Book 29: DOWN AND OUT DOWN UNDER
by
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN-10: 0439841208
ISBN-13: 9780439841207
Ages 7-10
128 pages
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Geronimo's crush, television reporter Petunia Pretty Paws, and her brother Wolfie persuade Geronimo to travel with them to Australia where they will work on a documentary to protect the land and animals. Unfortunately (gulp!) they mention upfront that there may be bungee jumping and skydiving in afraid-to-fly Geronimo's immediate future.
Before they leave, Petunia and Wolfie outfit Geronimo with contact lenses (since you can't bungee jump or skydive in glasses). The contacts come in handy as soon as Geronimo and his friends land in Sydney, Australia, where Wolfie insists Geronimo go surfing with him! He actually survives (and enjoys) hanging ten, which encourages him to dive right into his next athletic aquatic adventure: swimming with dolphins.
When the three adventurers drive through Australia's desert, Aborigines Wangara and Wani travel with them. As they ride through the bush, the travelers see exotic plants and birds. Geronimo gets kicked by a kangaroo and punctured by an echidna, an animal with sharp quills. A giant bird called an emu attacks him, and he gets up close and personal with an incredibly poisonous snake. But that is just the beginning of Geronimo's trials. Soon he finds himself alone and lost in the huge Australian outback. Does Geronimo have what it takes to survive on his own?
In DOWN AND OUT DOWN UNDER, we not only get to enjoy Geronimo's outback adventures but also learn all about jet lag and why people need glasses, as well as many fascinating facts about the continent of Australia.
 Book 30: THE MOUSE ISLAND MARATHON
by
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN-10: 0439841216
ISBN-13: 9780439841214
Ages 7-10
98 pages
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Geronimo is shocked when Thea and Trap congratulate him on being such a "sportsmouse." Have they confused him with someone who can actually do something athletic? But when his friend Champ shows up, the mystery is cleared up: Champ informs Geronimo that he signed him up for the Mouse Island Marathon. Geronimo's co-workers are tickled pink and treat him like he’s a hero.
The next morning, Champ wakes up Geronimo way too early in order to train him for the race. Geronimo is less than delighted. Training month after month is absolute torture, even with Geronimo's family members cheering him on. Geronimo keeps on putting one running shoe in front of the other while dread of the actual race builds inside him. As he heads for the city in which the race will be held, he reads the newspaper and discovers that a horrifying wild cat is on the loose. Could this be a bad omen?
The Mouse Island Marathon turns out to be the most eventful race you'll ever read about, full of funny, exciting, heartwarming and frightening events. Readers also get a little information about marathons and tips on how to build a strong, marathon-worthy, healthy body.
 Book 31: THE MYSTERIOUS CHEESE THIEF
by
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN-10: 0439023122
ISBN-13: 9780439023122
Ages 7-10
111 pages
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Geronimo is shocked and appalled when he receives a legal paper telling him that he may no longer use the name Stilton because it is the trademarked name of a British cheese. His entire family shows up at his apartment to discuss the matter (and complain about his cooking). Grandfather William decides that Geronimo, Thea, Trap, Benjamin and Tina (Grandfather's housekeeper) must travel with him to the English village of Stilton. So they set off in Grandfather's cheese-colored camper.
When they finally reach Stilton, they're ready to sample the famouse British cheese. But, alas, they learn that someone has stolen all the Stilton cheese in the entire village. Geronimo suspects that he knows who’s stealing the cheese, but he can't figure out why a thief would need so much Stilton. As he tries to solve the case, Geronimo finds himself embarrassed, frightened and frozen, but still determined.
THE MYSTERIOUS CHEESE THIEF is full of interesting tidbits about Stilton cheese, Britain, cheese-making, how to classify eaters, recipes and much more.
 CHRISTMAS CATASTROPHE:
Geronimo Stilton Special Edition
by
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic Paperbacks
ISBN: 9780545009027
Ages 7-10
128 pages
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Geronimo cannot resist his nephew, Benjamin, when he pleads to be taken skiing. The moment Geronimo offers to treat, a pack of friends and relatives decides to go skiing with them. Before you can say "Swiss Cheese," Geronimo is paying huge bills for a nice lodge on Frozen Fur Peak, transportation and meals. Life goes downhill from there, starting with the news that Geronimo must bunk with his cousin, Trap.
At least he gets to go skiing. Geronimo loves this activity --- until the slope show-off knocks into him. The two roll downhill, gathering snow as they travel, before they smash into a boulder. Geronimo ends up in the hospital, where he finds out he has broken every single bone in his body and must have surgery. He is so sad. Geronimo will be in the hospital for a very long time. The accident is sure to ruin his holidays. But the story of how his spirits rise makes for an uplifting read.
In addition to a fun plot, CHRISTMAS CATASTROPHE offers recipes, jokes, interesting hospital information, skiing rules and games.
 Book 32: VALLEY OF THE GIANT SKELETONS
by
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic
ISBN: 9780545021326
Ages 7-10
128 pages
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Trap brings Geronimo a fascinating old map of Mongolia's Gobi Desert, filled with creepy names such as Bones Lake and Mystery Mountains. Trap found the ancient treasure map in the trunk of Wandering Wally, their ancestor. When the cousins look in the trunk, they come across equipment Wally used on his many adventures, plus his diary, which is crammed with daring tales. In fact, Uncle Wally was searching for the treasure spot marked on the Mongolian treasure map when he died. Geronimo feels that, by searching for the treasure, they will honor Uncle Wally's memory (but Trap says he's in it for the money).
Thea and Benjamin join Trap and Geronimo on their trip. During the plane rides, Geronimo is a bit distracted by a beautiful blonde mouse who appears to be headed in the same direction. Soon, Geronimo finds out that she is Karina von Fossilsnout, a museum director. He can't help but confide in her about their search. But when Geronimo calls his friend Petunia, she informs him that Dr. von Fossilsnout hates to travel. The next day, Dr. von Fossilsnout is nowhere to be found. Can this ominous turn of events spell disaster for their treasure hunt?
VALLEY OF THE GIANT SKELETONS is another enjoyable Geronimo Stilton adventure, with the series' trademark humor and fur-raising situations (like being lost in the desert without a guide, food, water or car! Yikes!). In addition, the book is packed with fascinating facts about the Orient Express, Mongolia and dinosaurs. And, as always, Geronimo revels in meeting new friends and being with his family.
 Book 33: GERONIMO AND THE GOLD MEDAL MYSTERY
by
Geronimo Stilton
Scholastic Paperbacks
ISBN: 9780545021333
Ages 7-10
128 pages
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Geronimo just doesn't understand why everyone is so excited about the Olympics starting in three days, since he's not exactly a sports fan. Then his sister, Thea, begs him to cover the games for The Rodent's Gazette. Geronimo refuses, of course, but that does him no good since his grandfather, the founder of the newspaper, insists he head straight to Athens to write an article and host a daily television program about the Olympics.
On the plane, a clumsy and pushy flight attendant turns out to be Hercule Poirat, Geronimo's old detective friend, in disguise. He confides to Geronimo that there's something strange going on at the Olympics. Hercule persuades Geronimo to help him investigate. While Geronimo must learn to overcome his shyness in order to star in his TV show, that's just one challenge he faces in Athens. Geronimo and Hercule must turn into spies in order to solve the Olympics mystery, which involves a character Geronimo Stilton series fans will remember.
This is another enjoyable Geronimo adventure and comes complete with tons of interesting facts about the Olympics, including history tidbits, traditions, participating countries' flags and much more.
--- Reviewed by Terry Miller Shannon ---
(terryms2001@yahoo.com)
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