Book 2 of Detective Barnaby North Series. A mystery hotter than the Sahara. An ancient artifact has vanished. And Detective Barnaby North is definitely not dressed for the desert. Detective Barnaby North prefers frozen fish, cold weather, and quiet naps. But when the priceless Lantern of Legends is stolen in Marrakech, Barnaby and his Northern Lights Agency team are called into action. The thief is clever, mischievous, and always one step ahead. To catch him, Barnaby, Zepp, and Flicker must follow clues through busy markets, desert trails, hidden inventions, strange gadgets, and one very uncomfortable problem… Barnaby is a polar bear detective in the scorching heat. As the mystery unfolds, young readers will discover a story filled with adventure, teamwork, geography, science, and laugh-out-loud moments. The Lantern of Legends is not magic, it is science, history, and mystery wrapped into one dangerous case. Can Barnaby and his team recover the ancient artifact before its secrets are lost forever? Perfect for children aged 7–11 who enjoy: - animal detectives - funny adventure stories - mystery and clue-solving - STEM and science curiosity - geography and world exploration - illustrated chapter books Detective Barnaby North and the Lantern of Legends is a warm, fast-paced adventure for young readers who love stories with courage, curiosity, teamwork, and a little bit of polar bear panic.