<p>Bakari and Omari live on the island of Zanzibar and are the best of friends. It is the beginning of a long holiday and they are excited about what adventures are in store. Bakari&rsquo;s beloved grandmother comes to visit the family bringing with her many gifts &ndash; including a new friend for the boys! One day while exploring the boys discover hidden treasure. The boys nicknamed &lsquo;The Detectives of Shangani&rsquo; embark on a quest to discover the secrets of what they have found. They travel around the Spice Islands and meet strange characters all to discover the mystery of the lost rubies!</p><p>Nahida Esmail has crafted an exciting adventure tale with memorable characters. Young readers and adults alike will enjoy this award-winning novel and the mysteries they uncover!</p>