Secrets in the Fairy Chimneys is an Annie Tillery young adult mystery set in Turkey. Annie travels to Istanbul and Cappadocia to help her boyfriend Ty Egan and his friend Cedric Zeeks excavate an archaeological site, then has to find out who is sabotaging the dig with accidents, theft, and threatening notes.
Book page and free Chapter 1 audio: Secrets in the Fairy Chimneys. New to the series? Start with where new readers should begin.
What happens in the story
Annie has been warned to stay away from Nevşehir. When she lands in Istanbul, a stranger claims he is there to pick her up, then disappears as soon as he sees Ty. A threatening note waits at the hotel, and Ty admits there is unexplained tension around the dig. The team hopes to link human remains to the first African ancestors. With help from the head archaeologist’s twins, Annie, Ty, and Cedric search old Istanbul and the caves of Cappadocia to find out who wants the work stopped.
Why readers pick it up
- A real-world setting: Istanbul and the “fairy chimney” rock formations of Cappadocia
- Archaeology and science at the center of the mystery, which suits Linda’s background as a science teacher
- Free book club questions for group discussion
- Available in digital, Audible, paperback, and hardcover (294 pages, Archway Publishing, 2014)
FAQ
What age group is Secrets in the Fairy Chimneys for?
It is a young adult thriller, a good fit for teens and adult mystery readers.
Where is Secrets in the Fairy Chimneys set?
In Turkey: Istanbul, Nevşehir, and the caves of Cappadocia.
Is there an audiobook?
Yes. It is on Audible, and you can hear Chapter 1 free on the book page.
Are there discussion questions?
Yes. Download them from the discussion guides page.
Where can I buy it?
https://lindamariafrank.com/purchase/