Cirrus@Austlit

'The first dazzling book in an exciting new adventure mystery series about the rich world of fragrance, starring a young Nose named Batthew Aromascent, whose parents disappeared under mysterious circumstances.

'When the world’s largest and most pungent flower goes missing right before its grand unveiling, the smell-mad city of Candlenut is in uproar. Luckily, Batthew Aromascent, 11-year-old heir to the famed Olfactory Fragrance House, and his best friend, Lavender, are on the case.

'It isn’t just any missing flower, either. It’s a legendary Titan Arum, grown from a seed that was sent by Batthew’s parents – renowned noses, Roger and Joy Aromascent – before they vanished on an expedition deep in the jungle.

'Batthew and Lavender have just three days to track it down before the flower wilts and dies, along with any clues as to his parents’ whereabouts. But are they prepared for what they’ll find in the darker corners of the fragrance world?' (Publication summary) 

'In the thrilling second adventure of this hilarious middle-grade series, Batthew Aromascent's own fragrance house has been burgled – and it's up to him and his best friend Lavender to track down the thief!

'Candlenut’s famous fragrance houses have fallen victim to a string of robberies, and Batthew's beloved home, Olfactory, is the latest target! When Olfactory's entire collection of perfume recipes are stolen by a mysterious burglar, Batthew and Lavender must follow the strangest of clues and find the recipes before Olfactory's legacy is snuffed out for good. But is there more to this investigation – and indeed, more to the history of Olfactory – than they realise?

'Hogwarts meets Willy Wonka's factory in this uproarious mystery-adventure series set in the world of fragrance. Brilliantly funny storytelling and memorable characters create a sensory extravaganza and compelling mystery that will keep readers guessing until the last page! Perfect for readers aged 9+.' (Publication summary)