Solving mysteries, rescuing lost or kidnapped relatives and travelling the world are the stuff of dreams for many imaginative readers. In [[Young Sherlock Holmes: Snake Bite by Andrew Lane]], the fifth in the series, our hero finds himself on a ship to China, while [[The Treasure House by Linda Newbery]] provides a gripping tale if you prefer something a little less swashbuckling. And for those who enjoy the occasional dollop of fantasy along with their quest, you'd be hard-pressed to find anything better than [[The Abominables by Eva Ibbotson]]. Funny, touching, thrilling – it has it all.