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  • Harmless (Spineless #3)

Harmless
(Spineless #3)

Publication Date
September 09, 2025
Genre / Grade Band
Fiction /  4th − 5th
Language
English
Format
Chapter Book
Harmless (Spineless #3)

Description

Invasive species, mysterious creatures, and a high-stakes rescue on Gilded Age Florida's inner waterways bring this stunning trilogy to an explosive conclusion!

Frankie Davenport; her sister, Lulu; and their best friend, Algie Emsworth, are eager for their next adventure. When they see an ad in the local paper for a river cruise and hear rumors of a monster in that very same river, they know that this is just the trip for them.

During an outing, the trio stumble upon a strange creature in distress. Could this be Sabrina, the fabled river monster? When an unidentifiable aquatic corpse is discovered, Professor Champion, Frankie's nemesis, is called in to investigate. Frankie, Lulu, and Algie are at odds with one another over how to save Sabrina, and Frankie must decide if she should keep doing things her way or trust her friends and family to save Sabrina.

Samantha San Miguel's Harmless is an exciting adventure brought to vivid life. This page-turning novel is a thrilling conclusion to the Spineless trilogy that's perfect for fans of Beyond the Bright Sea and Serafina and the Black Cloak.

Publication date
September 09, 2025
Genre
Fiction
Page Count
304
ISBN-13
9781454960621
Publisher
Union Square Kids
Series
Spineless
BISAC categories
JUV001000 - Juvenile Fiction | Action & Adventure
JUV016140 - Juvenile Fiction | Historical | United States - 19th Century
JUV029010 - Juvenile Fiction | Nature & the Natural World | Environment
Library of Congress categories
History
19th century
Adventure and adventurers
Florida
Mystery and detective stories
Detective and mystery fiction
JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / Gener
River boats
Action and adventure fiction
JUVENILE FICTION / Science & Nature / Environ

School Library Journal

Gr 3-7–Find yourself immersed in a bygone era aboard the Palmetto Queen traveling through a Florida swamp. This book has everything a budding naturalist could ever hope for: mysterious creatures, Spanish doubloons, rivalry, and family drama that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Frankie, Algie, and Lulu accidentally discover a rare, mysterious species and try to rehabilitate it back to health. During their pursuits, they encounter danger—natural as well as manmade—at every turn, including charging hippos, evil collectors, and several near-drownings. The trio faces nearly insurmountable odds, but their perseverance and dedication will not let them turn away from their mission. Important questions about preservation, conservation, and ownership of wild animals are raised. Young readers will be spellbound by the audacious trio and their mishaps. The vocabulary is advanced, which should delight strong readers, while helping develop skills for readers who love the story enough to tackle the challenge. VERDICT Perfect for readers who love a mix of the natural world and bold adventure. Add this to your collection to expand the palate of your nature fans.

Copyright 2025 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
 

Samantha San Miguel
Samantha San Miguelgrew up barefoot in South Florida. Living in this wild, diverse, and exuberant state taught Samantha a lifelong respect for the natural world with both its dangers and delights. Working there as an adult taught her a love for the colorful personalities that crowd the state's borders. And leaving it taught her that whether in Florida, Cuba, or anywhere else in the world, you can never be an exile if there's sunshine in your heart.
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