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Young readers will revel in this splendid chapter books that exposes them to saints and holy places, foreign travel and lifestyles, sacred art, and Church teaching, all while
solving a mystery! Break-In at the Basilica is the second book in the series, Adventues with Sister Philomena, Special Agent to the Pope. This time, Sr. Philomena investigates a break-in at the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi. Delaney and Riley are once again in the center of the action as their aunt, Sister Philomena, searches for clues. Eager to assist their aunt, the children explore the basilica, study its frescoes, sneak into the tomb of St. Francis, wander through the hill town of Assisi and end up at the little church of San Damiano. Every once in a while they spot a wolf or hear its howl or feel its presence. What is it trying to tell them? Woven into this great tale are the personal stories of St. Francis and St. Clare, along with the sights and sounds of Assisi.
Paperback, 122 pages, 5 1/2" x 8 1/2".
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