The Mystery of the Vanished Prince: Book 9 by Enid Blyton

Book Summary:

In this installment, the Five Find-Outers—Fatty, Larry, Daisy, Pip, and Bets—return from their holidays to find a new mystery waiting for them. A foreign prince, Prince Bongawah, mysteriously vanishes while staying in the area with his entourage. Initially, the children play a prank by dressing up as foreign tourists, tricking the local policeman Mr. Goon, but things take a serious turn when they discover that the prince has actually been kidnapped.

Using clever disguises, deduction, and teamwork, the kids work to uncover who took the prince and why. As always, Fatty takes the lead with his sharp wit, and they eventually crack the case—outsmarting the adults once again.

About the Author: 

Enid Blyton (1897–1968) was a hugely popular British author best known for her adventure and mystery books for children. She wrote over 600 books, including famous series like:

• The Famous Five

• The Secret Seven

• Malory Towers

• The Faraway Tree

Her books have been translated into more than 90 languages and continue to be widely read. While her works are beloved for encouraging imagination and reading, some of her writing has faced criticism for outdated stereotypes, which modern editions often revise.