Children’s / Teenage fiction: Crime and mystery fiction

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Book SynopsisBarker brothers and their good friend Delilah secretly climb up to Superstition Mountain one last time. There are still mysteries to solve-is the creepy librarian really the ghost of Julia Thomas from a century before? What was their uncle Hank's role in discovering the gold mine?

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Book SynopsisA thrilling YA adventure about a fifteen-year-old girl with an unexpected ability - she can jump inside books and experience their stories firsthand.

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Book SynopsisPromise Boys is a blockbuster, dark academia mystery about three teens of color who must investigate their principal's murder to clear their own names. This page-turning thriller is perfect for fans of Karen McManus, Jason Reynolds, Angie Thomas, and Holly Jackson.Thrilling, captivating, and blade-sharp. Karen M. McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is LyingThe prestigious Urban Promise Prep school might look pristine on the outside, but deadly secrets lurk within. When the principal ends up murdered on school premises and the cops come sniffing around, a trio of studentsJ.B., Ramón, and Treyemerge as the prime suspects. They had the means, they had the motive . . . and they may have had the murder weapon. But with all three maintaining their innocence, they must band together to track down the real killer before they are arrested. Or is the true culprit hiding among them?Fin

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Book SynopsisWashington Post Bestseller A new stand-alone adventure—appropriate for all ages—by Lemony Snicket, one of the twenty-first century’s most beloved authors.Trade Review"This little book feels like opening a window to let in air and light.... Filled with curious information and powerful feelings.... Humorous, sad, meditative and rapturous." -- Imogen Russell Williams - The Guardian"Lemony Snicket’s Poison for Breakfast will certainly be a hit with his fans because the author’s style is quite unique . . . . I enjoy the distinctive structure, odd tidbits, and repetition . . . . settle in for a fun read." -- Ronna Mandel - Goodreads"A charismatic voyage into the topic of bewilderment, with detours reflecting on death. . . Watch out for the surprising conclusion! This just may be [Snicket’s] finest hour." -- Jeanne Fredriksen - Booklist"Full of Snicket’s trademark clever whimsy... it is the sort of pleasant bewilderment that comes from letting your mind wander down unfamiliar paths... Steadfast fans of Lemony Snicket will surely be pleased with this new entry into his canon." -- Sarah Reid - School Library Journal"We are all bewildered, Snicket says.... Despite this novel being written before COVID-19, this message resonates deeply in our present world. Feeling lost in a constant state. However, Snicket urges us to stay hopeful. For those of you who, like me, grew up reading A Series of Unfortunate Events, this is the perfect book for you.... A wild, philosophical ride." -- Abby Petree - The Young Folks"Fans of Snicket’s voice will adore the book.... A love letter to the concept and inherent power of literature.... Full of the classic wordplay, snark, and insight that long-time fans will be hoping for." -- Michael Cook - Geek Vibes Nation"[Snicket] returns with a delightfully quirky philosophical novel... [H]e reminisces about, among other things... the craft of writing... [Visiting] a library... sets the stage for a surprising conclusion. Snicket laces the narrative with his trademark word definitions... This will delight fans of Snicket’s singular storytelling." -- Publishers Weekly"Daniel Handler has crafted a perfect gem of a true philosophical treatise hidden in a Snicket mystery. I loved every savory bit of it." -- Jon Scieszka

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Book SynopsisLong before they became famous writers, Truman Capote (In Cold Blood) and Harper Lee (To Kill a Mockingbird) were childhood friends in Monroeville, Alabama. This fictionalized account of their time together opens at the beginning of the Great Depression, when they're both still young.

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Book SynopsisA gruesomely funny series for fans of Roald Dahl and Lemony Snicket.Meet Eugene, the most portly of princes, and Kalvitas, the most courageous of chocolate makers. Theirs is a tale of cakes and cowardice, bullies and battles, as they set out to defeat a terrifying tyrant.The characters are CURSED. The deserts are DEADLY. And people are NOT always as they appear...With cover and chapter head artwork by Chris Riddell.Trade ReviewReaders who enjoyed the Lemony Snicket books will love the exaggerated macabre details and the ironic authorial comments which punctuate the narrative * School Librarian *If you like historical stories full of adventure with plenty of twist and turns, then you must read this. You won't want to put it down. -- Guardian children's books site young reviewer * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisA BLEAKLEY BROTHERS MYSTERY by OSBERT THE AVENGER author Christopher William Hill What''s that you say? You''re off to Bleakley Manor? On Michaelmas eve? But dear child, hasn''t anyone told you the legend of Old Bramble Head, who rises once a year to claim another victim from the unfortunate Bleakley household... Which one will it be this time? And could there be foul play? Crime-busting brothers Horatio and Eustace Bleakley feel certain they smell a rat. Or is that Cook''s dinner? More importantly, can they solve the mystery before another Bleakley bites the dust? Go ahead and find out... if you dare!Trade ReviewTraditional who-dunnit in a sort of Enid Blyton/Agatha Christie blend, with an added hint of Snicket! Good macabre period read involving butlers, isolated gothic mansions and eccentric uncles & aunts... * Peters Books *A mystery that would baffle Sherlock Holmes himself! * Teachwire *With a period setting, this is an intriguing and absorbing book, with a super cast of characters who are the perfect mix. * Parents in Touch *What Manor of Murder? is a classic murder mystery for younger readers. Its author, Christopher William Hill, clearly knows this genre inside out, and packs the story with countless classic crime tropes. Spooky old mansions, gruesome murders, suspicious-looking servants and enigmatic inspectors, give the book the feel of a good old Agatha Christie romp, but the characters' youth and a raft of spiffing good jokes make it perfect for a young audience. * Books for Keeps *

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Book SynopsisThe final whip-cracking adventure in the P.K. Pinkerton series from bestselling Roman Mysteries author Caroline Lawrence.When P.K''s father, Robert Pinkerton, suddenly appears in Virginia City, P.K.''s life turns upside down. Suddenly she''s having to learn how to be a ''girly-girl'' in a cunning plot to outwit silver thieves. But it seems the thieves are one step ahead! Has P.K. finally met her match or can she use her detective skills to turn the situation on its head and impress her private-eye Pa?A gripping rollercoaster ride of a tale packed with Wild West authenticity and atmosphere from this million-selling author.Trade ReviewA fast, funny adventure that cracks along as smartly as a cowboy's whip - THE TIMES on The Case of the Deadly DesperadosNo disguise can mask P.K. Pinkerton's stout heart and steely resolve in Lawrence's third (and mighty fine) Wild West adventure - KIRKUS MAGAZINE on The Case of the Pistol-Packing WidowsWith plenty of Wild West slang and an engaging cast of colourful gunslingers, gamblers and cowboys, Caroline Lawrence brings a mid-19th century frontier town vividly to life in this intricately plotted and very funny page-turner - BOOKTRUST on The Case of the Good-Looking Corpse

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Book SynopsisEast meets West; past meets present; criminal minds meet skilled artists - welcome to the Mysterium, a circus with dark and thrilling secrets at its heart.Twelve-year-old Danny Woo is half-Chinese, half-British. His parents are performers in the Mysterium. Following their death in a mysterious fire, Danny is sent to live with his aunt Laura, an investigative journalist.When Danny''s school is closed after an explosion, he joins Laura on a trip to Hong Kong. She is researching the Triad gangs; he is trying to understand more about his cultural background.But Laura disappears, and Danny is plunged into a dangerous quest to find her - which opens the door on the past he could never have imagined, and which leads him to question everything he has ever known about his past.Trade ReviewMagic, mind-reading and escapology combine in this action-packed debut. * Bookseller *The first of an exciting new trilogy. * The Sheffield Star *Great adventure story for the 9-12 year old. * Books for Keeps *With its break-neck pace, entertaining cast of characters and surprisingly high explosion quotient, Mysterium will no doubt be lapped up by younger teenagers with a taste fro action and adventure. * Booktrust *This is a great debut, and a pacy, gripping thriller. * School Librarian *I thought this book was amazing. * East Boldon Bookworms *

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Book SynopsisReeling from events in Barcelona, the reformed Mysterium circus company pack up and head for a new circus in Berlin. For twelve-year-old Danny Woo it is a date with destiny: it was in Berlin ('the city of escapes') that the last Mysterium performance took place, and where his parents perished in the mysterious fire for which Danny has been desperate to find an explanation. Danny is closing in on Centre - the traitor who is either part of the Mysterium, or linked to it. But a vital last clue, left in code by Danny's father, is missing. And a dark figure is shadowing the convoy as it makes its way across Europe. As the Mysterium pitches camp in Berlin, the snow begins to fall once more. The truth is within reach - but will Danny discover it in time enough to save not only himself but Sing-Sing - the sister he never knew he had.Trade ReviewThis fast-paced series continues in fine style * School Librarian *Sedgwick maintains high tension with his sharp, distinctive writing style... Sedgwick successfully exploits all the dark and unsettling elements of this most unusual of European capitals to inject a threatening post-Cold War atmosphere that permeates the story. It is the last in a trilogy of Mysterium boks and has huge appeal for upper KS2 children * English 4 - 11 *Magic, mind-reading and escapology combine in this action-packed debut. * Bookseller *The first of an exciting new trilogy. * The Sheffield Star *Great adventure story for the 9-12 year old. * Books for Keeps *

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Book SynopsisJulian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog find excitement and adventure wherever they go in Enid Blyton''s most popular series.In book eleven, the Famous Five are on an adventurous holiday in horse-drawn caravans. They discover a ruined castle that looks deserted. But is that a face at the window? Or is it a trick of the light?Just who is hiding in the castle?This 70th anniversary edition features the text from the Classic edition. Its cover has been illustrated by Steve Antony, but there are no inside illustrations. All anniversary editions, each illustrated by a different artist, benefit the House of Illustration, the world''s first dedicated home for the art of illustration (houseofillustration.org.uk).

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Book SynopsisJulian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog find excitement and adventure wherever they go in Enid Blyton''s most popular series.In book fourteen, George is not pleased when Berta, a spoilt American girl, turns up at Kirrin Cottage in the dead of night. But George hasn''t got time to be jealous, Berta is in hiding from kidnappers. The Famous Five are the only ones who can protect her - but will they take on dangerous criminals to help out a stranger?This 70th anniversary edition features the text from the Classic edition. Its cover has been illustrated by Sara Ogilvie, but there are no inside illustrations. All anniversary editions, each illustrated by a different artist, benefit the House of Illustration, the world''s first dedicated home for the art of illustration (houseofillustration.org.uk).

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Book SynopsisA delightful detective series for girls starring Violet Remy-Robinson, a young girl with adventure on her mind!

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Book SynopsisFUN-the latest in augmented reality-is fun (YAY!) but it''s also frustrating, glitchy, and dangerously addictive (BOO!). Just when everyone else is getting on, 17-year-old Aaron O''Faolain wants off.But first he has to complete his Application for Termination, and in order to do that he has to deal with his History-not to mention the present, including his grandfather''s suicide and a series of clues that may (or may not) lead to buried treasure. As he attempts to unravel the mystery, Aaron is sidetracked again . . . and again. Shadowed by his virtual best friend, Homie, Aaron struggles with love, loss, dog bites, community theater, wild horses, wildfires, and the fact (deep breath) that actual reality can sometimes surprise you.Sean McGinty''s strikingly profound debut unearths a world that is eerily familiar, yet utterly original. Discover what it means to come to the end of fun.

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Book SynopsisMattie Larimore used to be the good son-compared to his brother, Carter, at least. But that was before Mattie stole a train, got caught, and was sent to Munchem Academy, the world''s greatest reform school. Or is it? Because the kids at Munchem don''t seem very, well . . . reformed. Mostly, they seem terrifying, and the whole place is just a little off. Mattie has to get out. Fast.But it may not be fast enough. Headmaster Rooney is tired of dealing with problem students. His solution, however, may prove to be too radical. When Carter is suddenly next in line for Rooney''s master plan, Mattie and the renegade siblings, Eliot and Caroline, must band together to save him and the rest of Munchem''s students before all is lost. Suddenly, Mattie-the good son-must find his inner hero and fight back. And that''s how the world''s greatest thief got his start.

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Book SynopsisAfter saving the Grand Duchy of Elffinberg from the jaws of a dragon in The Last Duchess, Pattern has been recruited by The Silver Service Agency to help solve supernatural mysteries. Pattern is dispatched undercover to the Island of Cull as a housemaid to the mysterious Lady Hawk, to investigate the disappearance of a young man called Henry.She quickly discovers that the Isle of Cull has some strange and magical properties, including an unseasonably tropical climate and a party of house guests who seem entirely in thrall to Lady Hawk and her beautiful daughter. Pattern and her new friend Nate are the only ones immune to the spell Lady Hawk has cast, but as the male house guests begin to disappear one by one, they find themselves in a race against time to solve the mystery of the island’s magic.Join Pattern on another dangerous and spellbinding adventure in The Lost Island, the second Silver-Service Mystery from Laura Powell, illustrated by Sarah Gibb.Trade ReviewSarah Gibb’s intricate black and white silhouette illustrations add visual charm to the action and Powell’s references to The Complete Servant by Samuel and Sarah Adams, an 1825 guide to ‘the Peculiar Duties and Business of All Descriptions of Servants,’ bring authenticity and extra polish to this new Silver Service Mystery. * Lancashire Evening Post *Superbly descriptive and with a varied cast of characters, readers will be drawn into this mystery * Parents in Touch *

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Book SynopsisA new action-packed adventure series for young fans of Alex Rider and Jason Bourne--with the first four books publishing simultaneously. Binge read for summer!Picking up where the electrifying third Bodyguard installment, Hijack, left off, young bodyguard Connor Reeves and the the twin daughters of an Australian media-mogul he is tasked to protect are under attack--and the odds are far from even. In the middle of the ocean somewhere off the coast of Somalia, a group of merciless pirates, wielding enormous firepower, hijack the twins'' yacht and incapacitate the ship''s adult crewmembers. Yet the pirates are out for money rather than blood, and seeing a golden opportunity, they demand a multi-million-dollar ransom in exchange for returning the twins to safety. But there''s a flaw in their plan. They didn''t count on Connor being aboard.Combining pulse-pounding action, diabolical enemies, and an insider''s knowledge of the tricks of the trade, the BODYGUARD series is the perfect target for fans of Alex Rider, James Bond, 24, and Jason Bourne. Praise for BODYGUARD“Breathtaking action . . . as real as it gets.”—Eoin Colfer, author of the bestselling Artemis Fowl series"The training sequences are detailed and realistic, and Connor is relatable and likable. Featuring intense action sequences and strong friendships, this series starter will appeal to reluctant readers and fans of the ''Alex Rider'' books."—School Library Journal on Recruit

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Book SynopsisWorld-famous duck-tective Miss Mallard’s trip to Paris gets complicated in this engaging Aladdin QUIX mystery.Miss Mallard is in Paris to visit an old friend and becomes involved in one of the most terrifying cases of her career: the disappearance of a star performer and the long-ago theft of a fabulous jewel!

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Book SynopsisDetective brothers Frank and Joe investigate a crime of smashin’ in the tenth book in the interactive Hardy Boys Clue Book series.Frank, Joe, and their best friend Chet are attending Bayport Zoo’s annual Halloween carnival. Frank and Joe have a routine planned for Scaryoke, and Chet has entered the pumpkin pie-eating contest—he even brought his own whipped cream! After their performance, Frank and Joe go to check out the painted pumpkins on display. But when the brothers enter the tent, they see their Scaryoke song wasn’t the only smash hit at the carnival. The floor is littered with bits of pulverized pumpkins! What’s worse, the organizer says that unless the culprits are caught by the end of the day, this will be the last Boo at the Zoo…forever! Can Frank and Joe find out what happened before it’s too late? Or is this pumpkin crime unpatchable?

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Book SynopsisFrom an Edgar Award-winning author, this historical noir novel follows the life-changing summer of sixteen-year-old Joe Garbe as he discovers queer community in 1930s Chicago and gets caught up in the city's crooked underbelly. In the summer of 1934, Joe Garbe arrives in Chicago with one goal: Earn enough money to get out of debt and save the family farm. Joe's cousin sets him up with a hotel job, then proposes a sketchy scheme to make a lot more money fast. While running his con, Joe finds himself splitting time between Eddie, a handsome flirt on a delivery truck, and Raymond, a carefree rich kid who shows Joe the eye-opening queer life around every corner of the big city. Joe's exposure to the surface of criminal Chicago pulls him into something darker than he could have imagined. When danger closes in-from gangsters, the police, and people he thought were friends-Joe needs to pack up and get lost. But before he can figure out where to go, he has to decide who he wants to be. I'll Take Everything You Have is a vivid portrayal of queer coming of age in Depression-era Chicago, and a timeless story of trying to make your future bright when the rest of the world is dead set on keeping it hidden in the dark.Trade Review"Through passionate, cinematic scenes, Klise poignantly captures the fears and joys of being gay in this polished work of historical fiction. A transportive, thrillingly queer adventure." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review* Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year *"Klise details an arresting narrative replete with historical minutiae and slang ...to provide a mesmerizing snapshot of 1930s Chicago... Atmospheric and economically told."—Publishers Weekly"Klise… has done an excellent job of evoking his 1930s setting…. His story is engaging, and readers will root for innocent Joe and hope for a fate more agreeable than a return to closeted life down on the farm."—Booklist"Klise deftly manages to balance a number of elements in Joe’s first-person narration: his gradual transition from wide-eyed innocence toward criminal activity, the complicated motivations of secondary characters, convincing dialogue, and an aura of danger and suspense."—The Horn Book Magazine

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Book SynopsisWhen a mysterious girl attempts to stake her claim to the Snowcroft family fortune, Myrtle Hardcastle's father, a lawyer, is asked to help prove-or disprove-the girl's identity. Is she truly Ethel Snowcroft, believed to be lost at sea with her parents, or is she a con artist chasing a windfall? Myrtle is enthralled by the case, but Mr. Hardcastle's investigation takes a detour when he's hospitalized for a tonsillectomy-and then witnesses a murder. Or does he?With Mr. Hardcastle incapacitated and possibly hallucinating, Myrtle must step into the breach, and find the murder victim and the real Miss Snowcroft before the killer comes after her father.With stakes this high, sleuthing puts Myrtle, her family, and the patients and staff of the hospital all In Myrtle Peril.

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Book SynopsisHer child characters are remarkable because they are so entirely human. They are intelligent, vain, aggressive, humorous, witty, cruel, compassionate... in fact, they are like adults - Gore VidalThe Railway Children, a much-loved children''s classic, was first published in 1906 and has never been out of print.It is a classic tale of humanity, eternal love, and kindness. The lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are shattered when their father is falsely accused of spying, forcing them to move away from their London home to a cottage in rural Yorkshire.They soon become enchanted with arailway that runs nearby. There follows a series of many adventures, including saving a train from disaster andbefriendingan old Gentleman (a daily commuter), who helps them in their struggle to prove their father''s innocence.One of the most famous stories of all time, enjoyed by millions of children and adults across the world.The Legend Classics series:Around the World in Eighty DaysThe Adventures of Huckleberry FinnThe Importance of Being EarnestAlice''s Adventures in WonderlandThe MetamorphosisThe Railway ChildrenThe Hound of the BaskervillesFrankensteinWuthering HeightsThree Men in a BoatThe Time MachineLittle WomenAnne of Green GablesThe Jungle BookThe Yellow Wallpaper and Other StoriesDraculaA Study in ScarletLeaves of GrassThe Secret GardenThe War of the WorldsA Christmas CarolStrange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr HydeHeart of DarknessThe Scarlet LetterThis Side of ParadiseOliver TwistThe Picture of Dorian GrayTreasure IslandThe Turn of the ScrewThe Adventures of Tom SawyerEmmaThe TrialA Selection of Short Stories by Edgar Allan PoeGrimm Fairy TalesThe AwakeningMrs DallowayGulliver's TravelsThe Castle of OtrantoSilas MarnerHard Times

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Book SynopsisA beautifully observed middle-grade story from Waterstones-shortlisted author, Ewa Jozefkowicz, about family, friendship, food and self-discovery. *New home *New school *New friends *New puppy (yay!) But I didn't think I was going to have to turn into a detective as well! Sam, Frixos, Tanya, Sausage and I are the Cooking Club Detectives, and we have a mystery to solve. The community centre – my new favourite place – has suddenly been threatened with closure, but by who and why? We're going to find out!Trade ReviewWhen it is out-out, [The Cooking Club Detectives] will be one children will be flocking to in droves! Tackling food poverty and online bullying head on, and featuring a puppy called Sausage (I can't even speak for the genius of it all), I dare to defy anyone who will not instantly fall in love with Erin and her fellow detective buddies -- Onjali Q. RaufA gently unfolding detective story that delicately unpacks themes of food poverty, friendship and the importance of community spaces... The writing gives space for a range of perspectives and characters' background stories to be heard (as well as their recipes!)' * BooksforTopics, Ones to Watch - Middle Grade Round-up for Summer 2021 *A warm and engaging story with appealing characters. Many themes are explored such as settling into a new school and making friends, including with those whose lifestyle is very different from your own * Books for Keeps *This story is a powerful reflection of our time, building empathy and strength... The Cooking Club Detectives is sure to inspire children to make a difference in their communities' * Scope for the Imagination *A beautifully observed story about the power of food and friendship -- Fiona Noble, The BooksellerThis delightful detective story has an engaging plot and likable characters. It subtly explores new friendships, the importance of community and issues of food poverty and online bullying. Easy-to-follow recipes for delicious meals and snacks are dotted throughout the chapters, encouraging readers to develop their own culinary skills * BookTrust *Celebrating the importance of community, family and friends, this is a lovely, warm-hearted story that shows how food can bring people together. The story is interspersed with some great recipes you can try out, such as banana bread, fajitas, mini 'eaglet' omelettes and pizza * The Week Junior *Sensitively tackling themes of online bullying and food poverty, this is a heartfelt story about the importance of community and the power of food to connect people. With recipes dotted throughout the story, [it] is also perfect for encouraging children to get active in the kitchen * Scotland on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisMark Anchovy: pizza delivery boy and private detective is on a new mission - to Japan!'Hilarious and exciting' The Scotsman'LOVE this proper funny series ... Funny, fast-paced adventure with loads of cheese (the good kind!)' Pamela ButchartColin Kingsley, AKA Mark Anchovy, has a lot on his plate. And it's not just fishy pizza . . .The pizza delivery boy turned detective is in Japan to track down Lord Bobo, an English gameshow host whois missing. Worryingly, a bloodthirsty butler is after him. More worryingly, he has a new apprentice to train: his sister, Alicia.Has the world's busiest pizza detective bitten off more than he can chew?Read more of the Mark Anchovy adventures for fast-paced and food-filled hilarity:MARK ANCHOVY: PIZZA DETECTIVE - out now!MARK ANCHOVY: WAR AND PIZZA - out now!

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Book SynopsisWhat kind of dirty tricks are being played at the local theatre? Why would someone take the blame for a crime they couldn't have committed? And how do the top team in the school quiz seem to know the answers before they hear the questions? Solve three more mind-mangling mysteries, brought to you by Saxby Smart, schoolboy private detective. Saxby reveals the clues that solve the cases, but are you smart enough to work out them out for yourself?Trade Review"A wise-cracking, engaging style, reminiscent of the Sherlock Holmes stories, so that the reader is expected to act as Watson" - School Librarian about The Curse of the Ancient Mask "Talk about being involved in a book! Sharp reads written in a lively and snappy style" - Liverpool Echo about the Curse of the Ancient Mask

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Book SynopsisTrueman Bradley is a genius detective with a difference, he has Asperger's Syndrome (ASD). Trueman leaves his hometown of Heartville, Illinois, and arrives in New York City, hoping to fulfil his dream of becoming a private detective, like his comic book heroes. He is soon told that a guy with AS could not possibly succeed as a detective. Undeterred, Trueman uses his exceptional mathematical skills to invent a crime-fighting equation, and with the help of his new friends and some amazing inventions, sets out to test his skills against the criminal world of New York. Suitable for children aged 10+Trade Reviewif you're looking for some light-hearted fiction that beautifully - and wittily - illustrates the best advantages of Asperger's whilst vividly bringing to life its accompanying difficulties, it's a great read. -- AukidsLet me start by saying I didn't know a lot about Asperger's Syndrome prior to reading this. Whilst it's not meant as a work of non-fiction, I feel I've come away with some insights as to what Asperger's is, the prejudices surrounding it and an idea of how someone with Asperger's might behave... I thought this was an easy to read and follow book... Truman's character, mannerisms and the way he logically does things made for interesting reading. This has some unseen twists which compliment the storyline well. -- Clover Hill Book ReviewsIn my desire to curate a definitive collection of books for people on the autism spectrum, I enjoy learning of and reading new titles. Among the books I recommend is a growing list of fiction in which the main character has Asperger's syndrome.... "Trueman Bradley: Aspie Detective" combines detective fiction and fantasy to advocate for the abilities of people on the autism spectrum. It's a welcome addition to my recommended stories that feature an Aspergian protagonist. I enjoyed this book, which is written by Alexei Maxim Russell and is published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. It presents characteristics of Asperger's Syndrome as assets in a professional career. It uses dramatization to illustrate prejudice and misconception about people who are on the spectrum. -- Lake County Record-BeeI want to make everyone aware of a rather fun novel called "Trueman Bradley: Aspie Detective" by Alexei Maxim Russell. This book is ideal for the new novel reader, young tween or teen. It is perfect (depending on their reading level) for older elementary or middle school students.... If you are a teacher, a social worker, or psychologist, this is a terrific book to use during diversity education, in order to promote compassion, understanding and acceptance for those who "march to their own drummer." Trueman Bradley is a wonderful way to teach others how aspies think, feel and understand the world around them. -- Raising Asperger's Kids: Book ReviewTrueman Bradley is a young man with Asperger Syndrome who wasn't diagnosed until later on in his youth and he so badly wants to be a detective, just like Slam Bradley, the comic-book hero he idolizes. So, he moves from the small town of Heartville, Illinois, where he grew up to the mad, bustling world of New York City, with the loud traffic noises that he hates so much.... Throughout the book (which I couldn't put down!) Trueman learned how to pick up subtle cues and to better figure out how the others were feeling, in different situations and he formed some very close friendships. This is a fabulous way for a young person to learn about Asperger Syndrome in a positive way, without being talked down to or being preached at. This one's a winner. -- Autism Society of MichiganMy copy of 'Trueman Bradley' is very dog eared because it has been read by all my family and many of my friends and we all love it... It is actually quite hard to describe because it is not to adults. It is for people on the spectrum, people interested in people on the spectrum but is equally applicable to anyone who likes escapism in the form of a light detective story with a moral... This book is unique and subtly educates, entertains and can be shared across the generations. I hope it will be made into a tv series or film for family viewing with the first asperger hero. I highly recommend this book - delightfully different and indulgent fantasy for everyone. -- asteensTrueman Bradley is an endearing, plucky, and determined protagonist who has readers cheering for him throughout the book. Though he wants to be a famous crime solving detective like his comic heroes Slam Bradley and Dick Tracy, Trueman, and his Aspergers, teaches readers that sometimes the bravest things we are required to do in life are those that we take for granted - being able to cross the street, and make true friends. -- Shana Nichols, Director of the ASPIRE Centre for Learning and Development and author of Girls Growing Up on the Autism SpectrumA brilliant but unconventional detective is a perfect way to illustrate the strengths and weaknesses of an Aspie. I love how Trueman typifies the vulnerabilities of an Aspie... and yet shows how thinking outside the box, is a strength that few neuro-typicals possess... Trueman is intriguing and that will make readers hungry for more. -- Kathy Hoopmann, author of the Asperger Adventures SeriesTrueman Bradley is a quirky, charming novel... From the opening lines I was gently gripped...First and foremost Trueman Bradley entertains and enchants but a secondary benefit is that he educates the reader about Aspergers and shows it as an asset. I look forward to many more Trueman Bradley Stories. -- Anna Van Der Post, research psychologist and author of Children and Teenagers with AspergersThe writing style is very simple, straightforward language - in keeping with the thought processes of the protagonist - but the plot twists are complex and interesting, and fit together well. -- Erika Hammerschmidt, autism advocate and author of Born on the Wrong PlanetThis is a fantastic book in which the reader really gets to know an individual with Asperger's and all of the benefits and challenges that this can bring to relationships and life. A great read! -- Anna Tickle, clinical psychologist and co-author of Exploring Bullying with Adults with Autism and Asperger SyndromeAs an educator who had worked with students with Asperger's, I was delighted to read 'Trueman Bradley - Aspie Detective'. The novel was not only a fun read, it provides tremendous insight into the world as seen through the eyes and understanding of a young man with Asperger's. It's a story where ability triumphs over disability. Trueman's incredible gift, to understand the world through his complex math formulas, his penchant for innovation and invention to implement his formulas and solve problems, are incredible triumphs for a young man who has struggled to fit in and find simple comforts in the complex environment in which he functions.It also portrays the reality of stigma and the lack of understanding that people hold for what remains for many a misunderstood and mysterious disorder. Trueman Bradley will help people understand Asperger's and give reason for people to pause and reflect on how they view those who are faced with challenges in their lives. Trueman Bradley will help people to see past the challenges and appreciate the gifts that each of us possess. -- Peter Bjornson, former teacher and Minister of Education, Province of Manitoba, Canada, now Minister of Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade, ManitobaMy copy of 'Trueman Bradley' is very dog eared because it has been read by all my family and many of my friends and we all love it... The book is unique and subtly educates, entertains and can be shared across the generations. I hope it will be made into a tv series or film for family viewing with the first asperger hero. I highly recommend this book – delightfully different and indulgent fantasy for everyone. -- BFK BooksTable of Contents1. Slam Bradley is back in New York City. 2. New York Hospitality. 3. The Crime-Fighting Equation. 4. The Professional Detective's Convention. 5. Magic Jerks. 6. Out-Smarting Eddie. 7. The Trueman Bradley Detective Agency. 8. There are 71 Public Telephones in Manhattan. 9. Hickson Warehouse. 10. The Mystery of the Zeroes. 11. A True Man Exposes Truth. 12. La Guardia Airport. 13. The Court Case. 14. One More Big Surprise. 15. The Surprise Revealer. 16. Two Ends of a Perfect Circle.

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