Puzzles & Perils: The Crystal Quest: A Novel in 100 Fantastical Puzzles [Ayres, Laura Jayne]

Author: Laura Jayne Ayres,Gareth Moore

A fabulously clever and creative puzzle book for all fans of fantasy fiction, with one hundred puzzles to challenge and entertain you.

Join Miralda and Orien, two ordinary orphans from the village of Humblewick, as they embark upon a perilous quest: a mysterious stranger, the wizard Morgoriam, has enlisted them to reclaim the Crystal of Divinair from the ancient sorcerer Nefaron and save their kingdom from eternal darkness.

As you journey with our heroes, you'll solve 100 fantastical puzzles that are woven directly into the narrative. You'll decipher hidden symbols, uncover secret routes, and crack intricate logic puzzles, all while helping Miralda and Orien navigate treacherous landscapes, outsmart cunning foes, and confront their destiny.

From the bustling streets of Tarrimor to the sparkling elf city of Nirian, every step of their quest depends on your puzzle-solving prowess. But be warned: the path ahead is fraught with danger, from menacing goblins and fearsome dragons to power-hungry sorcerers and tricky illusions. Will you help them succeed, or will the world be plunged into darkness forever? The fate of Ellamir rests in your hands!

Publisher: Macmillan Publishers (MPS)
Published: 03/03/2026
Pages: 320
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.06oz
Size: 8.25h x 5.38w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9781250413659

About the Author

Dr. Gareth Moore is the internationally best-selling author of a wide range of puzzle books for both children and adults. His books have sold millions of copies in the UK alone, and have been published in over thirty different languages. He is the creator of online brain-training site BrainedUp.com, and runs the daily puzzle site PuzzleMix.com.

Laura Jayne Ayres is a puzzle writer and author. She studied Linguistics at the University of Cambridge, and is also a published playwright.