Children’s / Teenage fiction: Crime and mystery fiction
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Case of the Girl in Grey
Book SynopsisThe Wollstonecraft Detective Agency was supposed to be a secret constabulary, but after the success of their first case, all of London knows that Lady Ada and Mary are the girls to go to if you have a problem. Their new case is a puzzle indeed. It involves a horrible hospital, a missing will, a hasty engagement and a suspiciously slippery servant. But Mary's stumbled onto a mystery of her own. She spotted a ghostly girl in a grey gown dashing through the park. A girl who is the spitting image of their new client.The two cases must be linked . . . or else there's a perfectly supernatural explanation.Trade ReviewA rollicking good mystery * Books for Keeps *
£11.07
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Deadly Dare Mysteries
Book SynopsisIn Deadly Dare, there''s a new craze at Theo and Ricky''s school. The rules are simple: write a dare, put it in the bag and take turns to pick one out. But on the night Ricky does his dare and enters the deserted warehouse, he disappears. What really happened to Ricky - and how much does new girl Angela know? Theo needs to find the answers before it''s too late . . .There''s nothing unusual about getting emails from your dad . . . unless he died a few months ago. In Computer Ghost Jade asks Theo, Ricky and Angela to help her find out what''s going on. Could the mysterious, desperate messages really be from a ghost? One thing''s for sure. Whoever is behind them wants something badly - and they''ll stop at nothing to get it . . . Theo, Ricky and Angela have to become Lie Detectives to uncover the truth about top inventor, Darius Marriott, after he comes to give a talk at school and collapses. Who is out to get him, and why does their friend Bullet seem so involved? They''re determined to get to the bottom of it all - but that could prove to be much more dangerous than they think . . . Three gripping mysteries by bestselling Malorie Blackman.Trade ReviewGood old-fashioned stories with plots that keep the young reader hooked * Oxford Times *All three stories maintain an exciting pace throughout and are compelling reads * Primary Times *Page-turning thrillers * Norwich Evening News *Malorie Blackman is one of the few contemporary authors who can write really gripping, nail-biting thriller-adventure stories with totally realistic characters . . . Guaranteed to keep readers totally absorbed * Northern Echo *
£999.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Magisterium 04 The Silver Mask
Book SynopsisCallum Hunt''s life has fallen apart.His friend is gone. The spy has escaped. His secret is out.He is facing an existence behind bars, banished from the rest of the magical community for what he is - for what he might become.But a shocking revelation has promised freedom - at a cost. Will he stay strong, and faithful to his friends and teachers? Or take the risk, and destroy everything he''s ever loved?This fourth year at the Magisterium will be unlike anything else that has gone before . . . ''I can''t wait to read more of this series!'' - Rick Riordan
£8.54
Faber & Faber The Stolen Songbird
Book SynopsisFrom the author of The Accidental Stowaway, it's 1950s London and Caro Monday and her friends have become embroiled in a dangerous art heist!When Caro Monday's mother disappears on one of her jaunts, she has no choice but to go and stay with a miserable woman that she's never met. Not only that but she's told that her beloved rabbit, His Nibs, is not allowed to go with her.Luckily, Caro's not one for following rules. With her rabbit in hiding, and her wild behaviour getting her into trouble as soon as she walks through the door, Caro is only going to find herself in deeper water. In the lining of her suitcase is a small but extraordinary painting of a thrush . . . a painting that some dangerous art thieves are hunting down!Can Caro and her friends solve the mystery of the stolen songbird and find its owners before it's too late? Here ensues an exciting dash across London, with twists and turns as plentiful as the cobbled streets which Ca
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Penguin Publishing Group Cape Rage
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Headline Publishing Group Dead Silence BODY FINDER series
Book SynopsisThe next in the gripping BODY FINDER series, for fans of Claudia Gray.A passionate love story. A deadly hunt. A burden to bear. All her life Violet has grappled with her ability to sense the echoes of those who have been murdered and the matching imprint that clings to their killers. Now that she has an imprint of her own, Violet''s gift is intolerable. Torn between her desire to lead a normal life and the pressure from the Center to continue her work tracking down killers, Violet''s world starts to unravel...and some of her most carefully guarded secrets are exposed.When she learns that an underground group has been carrying out murders on the orders of their Charles Manson-like leader, Violet is pulled into one final deadly hunt...where her ability may not even be able to save her.Trade ReviewThe author paces the story beautifully, weaving together several story lines as she inches up to the final, desperate scene. Imaginative, convincing and successful suspense * Kirkus *'A fast-paced, compelling read that will leave readers hoping for future titles about talented Violet' * Booklist *'A definite must-add to your reading list' * Official Twilight Series Facebook Fan Page *'Scary, sexy, emotional, and downright riveting at all times; she never "writes down" to the teen or young adult who will pick up the book' * Teens Read Too *
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Lord of the Fly Fest
Book SynopsisOne of Us Is Lying meets Lord of the Flies meets Fyre Fest in this wickedly addictive and funny YA thriller. Rafi Francisco needs something really special to put her true crime podcast on the map. She sets her sights on River Stone, the hearthrob musician who rose to stardom after the mysterious disappearance of his girlfriend. Rafi lands herself a ticket to the exclusive Fly Fest, where River will be the headliner.But when Rafi arrives on the Caribbean island location of Fly Fest with hundreds of other influencers and (very minor) celebrities, they quickly discover that the dream trip is more of a nightmare. And it's not just confronting beauty gurus-gone-wild and spotty WiFi. Soon, Rafi goes from fighting for an interview to fighting for her life. And, as she gets closer to River, she discovers that he might be hiding even darker secrets than she suspected . . .Trade Review“A suspenseful page turner of a novel for the young adult audience: I loved it!” – Mini Travellers PRAISE FOR THE LAST GIRL: “An atmospheric page-turner about loving scary movies, longing to belong, and uncovering the many masks people wear” – Kirkus Reviews “A delightfully wicked thrill ride that had me on the edge of my seat. The Last Girl beckons the shadows and laughs in the face of fear. I didn’t want it to end!” – Chelsea Pitcher,This Lie Will Kill You “Perfect for fans of Pretty Little Liars and Gretchen McNeil, The Last Girl is a heart-pounding thriller that grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go until the very last page. Brilliantly twisted ― I loved it!” – Kat Ellis, Harrow Lake “With a secret society in an elite NYC high school, pranks gone awry and countless horror movie references, The Last Girl is like my favourite teen horror movies in book form. It’s a tense, cinematic read that gripped me from the very beginning and is one of the best books I’ve read this year.” – Amy McCaw, Mina and the Undead
£8.54
Running Press,U.S. ScoobyDoo and the Mystery of the Haunted Library
Book SynopsisA haunted school. A suspicious group of adults. And a gang of kids and their dog ready to solve any mystery in this officially licensed Scooby-Doo picture book. When Shaggy and his pup Scooby-Doo sneak into Crystal Cove Elementary School's library after hours, they discover the reason it's been closed—there is a ghost living in it! At least that's what the librarian, Miss James, believes. Now the Mystery Inc. Gang must try to find out who is actually ripping pages out of library books—and they suspect it's not a real ghost. Join Shaggy, Scooby, Velma, Fred, and Daphne in this Mystery Inc. picture book mystery as they check another spooky case off their list.
£13.49
Albert Whitman & Company The Case of the Missing Painting
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Pan Macmillan Silence and Shadow
Book SynopsisSilence and Shadow is the sequel to Erin Beaty's YA medieval fantasy-thriller Blood and Moonlight, full of romance, magick and murder.After confronting a killer and fleeing to be with each other, Cat and Simon arrive in the sprawling city of Londunium. Cat is looking forward to honing her healing magick at the local Selanae university, but instead finds a council of ruthless leaders threatening to erase Simon's memories to protect their secrets.Terrified, Cat takes desperate steps to keep him safe. But when a string of mutilated bodies turns up in the woods outside the city, and Simon is recruited to profile the killer, Cat is pulled back into a world of mayhem, and magick that threatens to consume her completely.
£8.54
Austin Macauley Publishers The Mystery of Hilary Manor
£7.59
Castle Point Books The Lost Library
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£14.24
Capstone Global Library Ltd The Secret Notebook
Book SynopsisRiley Green is certain her lie detector pen will improve her status in a school full of kids from the most powerful families of Washington, D.C. But her plan collapses when her invention idea is stolen, her favourite teacher goes missing, and mysterious threats begin to appear around the city. Before vanishing, Riley''s teacher entrusts her with her most prized possession, the lost notebook of Nikola Tesla, legendary inventor and scientist. Now Riley and her friends must protect the notebook from thieves who want to steal the details it holds about a dangerous invention. When Riley discovers another secret, she must decode a mysterious message before it''s too late. Her teacher''s life depends on it.
£6.64
Capstone Global Library Ltd The Mystery of the Disappearing Treasure Map
Book SynopsisKatie Woo and Pedro are hot on the trail of a treasure map. But as it catches in the breeze, it keeps disappearing on them. Will they be able to nab the map and will it lead them to real treasure?Perfectly pitched for young readers who are beginning to read independently for the first time, The Mystery of the Disappearing Treasure Map is part of the Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries series, in which Katie Woo and her pal Pedro team up to solve puzzles together. By investigating the problem and collecting clues, the sleuthing friends don't stop until the mysteries are solved! After each case is closed, readers will review the investigation, hypothesis and resolution of the mystery, earning a basic understanding of the mystery genre.
£7.99
Walker Books Ltd Beyond the Wall
Book SynopsisThe story of a runaway slave girl and her dangerous journey through the murky underworld of Roman Britain, by Carnegie Medal-winning author Tanya Landman.From Tanya Landman, author of the 2015 Carnegie Medal winner Buffalo Soldier, comes a heart-stopping tale of love, corruption and the power of choice. Blood on her lips. Blood on her tongue. Blood that is not her own. Cassia does not fear to die, but for her for a slave who has maimed her master there are worse things than death. Yet the mighty Roman Empire has its limits. Beyond her master's estate, beyond the river, far to the north stands Hadrian's Wall. And beyond the wall? Freedom. With dogs on her trail and a bounty on her head the journey seems impossible. But then Cassia meets Marcus slick, slippery, silver-tongued a true and perfect son of Rome. And her only hope.Trade ReviewSlave girl Cassia escapes her master and sets out on a perilous journey north to Hadrian's Wall, and the freedom that lies beyond. I'm 100 pages in and captivated by Cassia's voice. * The Bookseller *The writing is crisply vivid, and packs a powerful visual punch, and I loved how Boudica’s spirit of resistance and rebellion permeated the book through Cassia’s indomitable strength. She’s an extraordinarily memorable heroine, and this is an extraordinary novel - historical YA at its best, no less. * LoveReading, Joanne Owen *This gripping tale, aimed at a mature reader, of the captives’ rebellion that frayed the edges of the Roman empire in AD4 […] Cassia and Marcus have a modern sensibility while credibly belonging to their ancient world, which fosters our connection to the deep past.But her skill is that of the novelist, rather than the historian. As with Rosemary Sutcliff’s classic children’s novel The Eagle of the Ninth, Landman is particularly good on the domestic nitty-gritty of Roman Britain. Dates and timelines are swiftly dispensed (“This was Britannia… occupied by enemy forces these last 300 years”) but, when it comes to the hue of a mosaic or what’s in a cooking pot, her eye never blinks and the pace of her story never slackens. “I have played fast and loose with strict historical accuracy,” she explains in an afterword. And, like any of the best historical novelists, she gets away with it. * The Telegraph, Children’s Book of the Week *“[…] gripping […] Landman is an accomplished storyteller who finds footnotes from history and turns them into heavy-breathing tales of human perseverance. Her research is thorough, but she doesn’t let what she doesn’t know slow her down. A lesson in how to conquer historical young adult fiction, brick by brick.” * The Times, Children’s Book of the Week *“This gripping tale, aimed at a mature reader, of the captives’ rebellion that frayed the edges of the Roman empire in AD4, investigates the perilous position of women at every level of society, with frankness about sexual abuse and violence.” * The Observer *This is quite simply an excellent story! A gripping, full on adventure, rich in historical detail, Beyond the Wall is a book which you can't put down! [...] Whether the events in this story would have been possible or not, this is an amazing tale of courage, passion and the desire for freedom, vividly brought to life by a master storyteller. * Reading Zone *“[…] the power and beauty of the text is clear, sharp and fierce […]” * The Literary Review *[…] the Carnegie-winning Landman has created her best heroine yet in a historical thriller that never releases its ferocious grip. * New Statesman *“The pace never lets up and a sense of danger is ever present. The book draws a harsh picture of Britannia in the late Empire and the subject matter—slavery, foreign occupation and materialism—is very topical. This is an engrossing and enjoyable read for older teenagers.” * Historical Novel Society *“[…] excellent YA novel […] Beyond the Wall is a great read, the scenes rattling by in a succession of suspense-filled chases and escapes with plenty of cliffhangers and surprises. The characters are strong, with both Cassia and Marcus very believable as young people in impossible situations.” * The Guardian, Tony Bradman *“I found this book delightful. It has an air of easy historical accuracy. It is also very evocative of the time of its setting and gives a strong feeling of a country that has been occupied for too long by a country whose grip is now weakening. Tanya Landman’s ability to set this strong sense of history against a context of emotion and place that can be identified with by the reader makes both the plot and the setting very accessible. This book is aimed at the teen/young adult audience and deserves to be very successful.” * Crime Review *“[…] a great read for older teenagers who will relish the strong characters.” * South China Morning Post *
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Walker Books Ltd Shadowghast
Book SynopsisA creepy magician with a shadowy act. A legend that goes back to the dawn of time. Eerie-on-Sea just got stranger. And darker...A mysterious stage magician has set up in the theatre at the end of the pier, with an act so hypnotic and strange that Herbie Lemon and his friend Violet Parma suspect dark forces are at work. Meanwhile, folk are disappearing from Eerie-on-Sea, and no one knows why. There is an Eerie legend that goes back to the dawn of time, about a creature made of darkness that devours the shadows of the living. But could the Shadowghast really have returned?Trade ReviewTaylor's magical touch makes you believe the impossible. -- Catherine DoyleI think it was well-written and I think that fans of the previous books will really enjoy it. * Books Up North *This was the best book ever. It is the 3rd in the series and is absolutely fantastic book. -- Reader (Age 12) * Toppsta *This is a really good mystery book. It has a lot of action, adventure and lots of twists and turns to the plot. I can’t wait for the next book in the series. -- Reader (Age 11) * Toppsta *This is the best book I have read in forever! In the style of the main character, Herbert Lemon, two words that go together to describe this book are magnificent and magical. Now that I have visited Eerie-on-Sea, I really wish I could stay longer and go on more amazing adventures with Herbie, Violet and Erwin. This book is worth a milky way of stars-I'm sorry I could only award it five! -- Reader (Age 12) * Toppsta *
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group Heist Society Uncommon Criminals
Book SynopsisFrom the internationally bestselling author of Gallagher Girls and Embassy Row a thrilling series full of intrigue, danger and romance. Katarina Bishop has never played by the rules ... she comes from a long family of thieves, after all. So when she''s told a heist is impossible, she has to try. Can she steal the infamous Cleopatra gem ... and return it to its true owner? With a feisty heroine, gripping romance and thrilling adventure ... who says crime doesn''t pay?!''Ally Carter is an author that you simply can''t miss'' Gripped into Books
£9.87
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Marsh Road Mysteries Diamonds and Daggers
Book SynopsisMeet Piotr, Minnie, Andrew, Flora and Sylvie true friends and even better mystery-solvers! Hollywood sensation, Betty Massino, has come to star in the theatre down the road and Piotr and his friends Andrew and Minnie couldn't be more excited! But when the famous actress's hugely expensive diamond necklace goes missing, Piotr's dad, a security guard at the theatre, is a prime suspect. Soon, Piotr faces the very real threat of being sent home' to Poland. With the help of Sylvie and her twin sister Flora, can Piotr, Andrew and Minnie solve the crime or will they lose Piotr forever? The first in a fantastic new series filled with friendship, adventure and mystery!Perfect for fans of Lauren St John, this is THE new mystery adventure series by Waterstones Book Prize shortlisted author Elen Caldecott.Trade Review‘Ordinary children tackle some quite extraordinary mysteries in Elen Caldecott’s Marsh Road series. These lively, warm-hearted stories of family, friends and adventure are a real delight’ * Katherine Woodfine, author of The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow *
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Hachette Children's Group Secrets of the Tombs The Dragon Path
Book SynopsisThe second in a high-octane new adventure series follows Ryan and Cleo on their death-defying mission to find the mysterious Dragon Path. Perfect for fans of Indiana Jones and Percy Jackson.Trade Review. . . I absolutely loved this book! It's a children's version of the adult historical treasure thrillers ala Dan Brown . . . (and I mean that in the best possible way - great plots, edge of the seat suspense), and it's every bit as exciting and very well-written. - Historical Novel Society on THE PHOENIX CODE. . . It is definitely a book for both boys and girls, and really should not be missed by any fan of history or adventure: it is excellent! - THE BOOKBAG on THE PHOENIX CODEA thrilling mystery story which crackles with tension as the secrets of a tomb that has been closed for 3000 years is about to be opened. - LoveReading4Kids on THE PHOENIX CODE
£7.59
Hodder & Stoughton The Edge of Nowhere
Book SynopsisBecca King and her mother are on the run from her stepfather who has used Becca''s talent for hearing ''whispers'' to make a large and illegal sum of money. Now their options for safety are running out. In the town of Langley on Whidbey Island, Becca finds refuge in the home of her mother''s childhood friend while her mother continues on to Canada in search of safety.But on her first day in town Becca meets sixteen years old Derric Mathieson, a Ugandan orphan who was adopted as a ten-year-old by the town''s Deputy Sheriff. Derric has a secret that no one on Whidbey Island knows. Derric and Becca form an un-severable bond. Becca is convinced that she''s the only person who can truly help him, and just maybe Derric can convince Becca that life is too short to live on the run.Trade ReviewAction-packed, mysterious, and somewhat creepy . . . Raising the bar when it comes to today's YA fiction. * Suspense Magazine *In combining her skills in crime writing with an obvious flair for the supernatural this award-winning author creates a wonderful tale. * My Weekly *The author writes brilliantly and has an incredible ability to set a scene and create characters you want to know more about. * Sun *Presses all the buttons to make us hoover her stuff up. * Daily Telegraph *
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Hachette Children's Group Secret Seven Shock For The Secret Seven
Book SynopsisSolve the mystery with the Secret Seven - everyone''s favourite detective club! These timeless stories are perfect for young fans of mystery, adventure or detective series. In book thirteen, dogs are disappearing from the village, but the Seven are so busy arguing and falling out with each other that they don''t even notice. Then poor Scamper becomes the latest victim and it''s all systems go for the Secret Seven!Solve the mystery! Cover and inside illustrations are by the brilliant Tony Ross, illustrator of David Walliams''s books. The story was first published in 1961. This edition features the classic text and comes with a Bonus Blyton section at the back with quizzes, puzzles and other bonus extras! Have you read all 15 books in the original Secret Seven series by Enid Blyton? And don''t miss these other Secret Seven titles...Mystery of the Skull - a brand-new Secret Seven mystery by prizewinning author Pamela Butch
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Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Go Down To The Sea
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book twelve, somebody is flashing lights from the top of the old tower on the treacherous rocks off the Cornish coast.The Famous Five sense danger. But can they solve this mystery without getting hurt themselves?Fantastic new cover art by Laura Ellen Anderson will draw young readers into this accessible timeless classic.Trade ReviewThe prize must go to the adventures of George and co. Listed as one of the 100 Best Children's Books Ever (Novels) * The Daily Telegraph *One of the 50 books every child should read by Age 16 * essexbaby.co.uk *Famous Five books are essential for all children's bookshelves * MADEFORMUMS.COM *I thought this series was wonderful. It struck me as a great injustice that they were having adventures and I wasn't -- Alexander McCall Smith * The Sunday Telegraph *Dangerous criminals are no match for children and a dog. Adults are useless * Country Life *Always popular, always a favourite. And ALWAYS full of adventure -- Dan Smith * The Big Issue *
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Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Go To Smugglers Top
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book four, the Famous Five stay at the large old house at Smuggler''s Top. They discover secret hiding places, underground tunnels, and one night they catch people signalling out to sea!Are there still smugglers at Smuggler''s Top?Fantastic new cover art by Laura Ellen Anderson will draw young readers into this accessible timeless classic.Trade ReviewThe prize must go to the adventures of George and co. Listed as one of the 100 Best Children's Books Ever (Novels) * The Daily Telegraph *One of the 50 books every child should read by Age 16 * essexbaby.co.uk *Famous Five books are essential for all children's bookshelves * MADEFORMUMS.COM *I thought this series was wonderful. It struck me as a great injustice that they were having adventures and I wasn't -- Alexander McCall Smith * The Sunday Telegraph *Dangerous criminals are no match for children and a dog. Adults are useless * Country Life *Always popular, always a favourite. And ALWAYS full of adventure -- Dan Smith * The Big Issue *
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Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Have A Wonderful Time
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!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?Fantastic new cover art by Laura Ellen Anderson will draw young readers into this accessible timeless classic.Trade ReviewThe prize must go to the adventures of George and co. Listed as one of the 100 Best Children's Books Ever (Novels) * The Daily Telegraph *One of the 50 books every child should read by Age 16 * essexbaby.co.uk *Famous Five books are essential for all children's bookshelves * MADEFORMUMS.COM *I thought this series was wonderful. It struck me as a great injustice that they were having adventures and I wasn't -- Alexander McCall Smith * The Sunday Telegraph *Dangerous criminals are no match for children and a dog. Adults are useless * Country Life *Always popular, always a favourite. And ALWAYS full of adventure -- Dan Smith * The Big Issue *
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Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Go To Mystery Moor
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book thirteen, the Famous Five find out about something dangerous out in Mystery Moor. They''ll have to risk the treacherous mists and follow the trail if they want to find what''s lurking in the shadows.Do they know what they''ve let themselves in for?Fantastic new cover art by Laura Ellen Anderson will draw young readers into this accessible timeless classic.Trade ReviewThe prize must go to the adventures of George and co. Listed as one of the 100 Best Children's Books Ever (Novels) * The Daily Telegraph *One of the 50 books every child should read by Age 16 * essexbaby.co.uk *Famous Five books are essential for all children's bookshelves * MADEFORMUMS.COM *I thought this series was wonderful. It struck me as a great injustice that they were having adventures and I wasn't -- Alexander McCall Smith * The Sunday Telegraph *Dangerous criminals are no match for children and a dog. Adults are useless * Country Life *Always popular, always a favourite. And ALWAYS full of adventure -- Dan Smith * The Big Issue *
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Hachette Children's Group The Haven
Book SynopsisYou don't know it exists, but when you have nowhere else to turn, the Haven will find you ... An adrenaline-fuelled adventure in a new series by top thriller writer Simon Lelic.Trade ReviewThis is a compelling, fast paced story full of exciting twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I was totally absorbed in the world it graphically creates. * Primary Times *A thrilling, page-turner of an adventure. * Parents in Touch *It's London but not as you know it. The government has turned its back on society and adults are too busy looking after themselves to care for youth. So when Ollie Turner's guardian is violently attacked right before him, the orphan takes refuge deep in the sewers under the city. It's here he stumbles upon a secret headquarters who may just offer him the belonging and safety he needs. Run for kids by kids, the Haven protects youth, champions justice and accepts Ollie into its mysterious ranks. But nothing comes without a cost. Fans of rapid-pace novels packed with adventure, thrills, twists and turns will love Lelic's first foray into Young Adult fiction after success in the adult thriller genre. * CANVAS *
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Hot Key Books As Black as Ebony
Book SynopsisThe final story in the thrilling Nordic crime series The Snow White Trilogy, an international success published in 52 territories worldwide and soon to be a Hollywood film.
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Hot Key Books Death or Ice Cream
Book SynopsisLarkin Mills: The Birthplace of Death! Larkin Mills is no ordinary town. well, you'll have begun to unlock the dark secrets that keep the little world of Larkin Mills spinning .Trade ReviewThis book is written as a series of individual yet inter-connected which culminate in a thought-provoking finale -- Nicola Lee * The Guardian *The stories are funny and well written, you actually believe in the rather strange characters that populate the pages. You begin to see how the mundane could be hiding a wholly different world underneath. As the tales unfold you begin to realise that what drives the narrative is the age old struggle of good over evil, death or ice cream * Books For Keeps *A darky, funny and brilliantly strange novel (...) Gareth P. Jones is a master of the macabre and the absurd, and he expertly blends those two elements together here, weaving a surreal web of histories and fables that's complex and complete, with the eternal tug-of-war between darkness and light at the heart of it. Readers who are looking for a break from dystopian series will find this a stylish and compelling alternative; a standalone story that's as thought-provoking as it is chillingly entertaining * Teach Secondary *Death or Ice Cream? Will tickle the tastebuds of any lover of the dark and the macabre (...) a clever and fun book. Piecing the stories together is an added pleasure for the reader (...) A thought-provoking, shiver-inducing... lark! * Inis Reading Guide *
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The House of One Hundred Clocks
Book SynopsisJUNE, 1905. Helena and her parrot, Orbit, are swept off to Cambridge when her father is appointed clock-winder to one of the wealthiest men in England. There is only one rule: the clocks must never stop. But Helena discovers the house of one hundred clocks holds many mysteries... Can she work out its secrets before time runs out?Trade ReviewFans of Emma Carroll will adore this historical tale of derring-do and righted wrongs. * The Times *Howell is a hypnotically readable writer, who keeps the pulse racing, while allowing every character slowly to unravel. * The Telegraph *Utterly gripping, this wonderfully atmospheric mystery completely swept me away. * Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy who Grew Dragons *Howell's novel is children's fiction writing at its most imaginative and compelling best. * Lancashire Evening Post *An atmospheric and intriguing tale laced with science and social change against an Edwardian backdrop. * South Wales Evening Post *
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Secret of the Treasure Keepers
Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling and award-winning A.M. Howell, author of The Garden of Lost Secrets and The House of One Hundred Clocks, comes a brand-new thrilling historical mystery of stolen treasure, friendship and deep courage set in the immediate aftermath of the Second World War. February 1948. Ruth has been whisked off to the lonely Rook Farm to investigate the discovery of long-buried treasure with her mother. But at the farmhouse, she finds secrets lurk around every corner. Joe, the farmer's son, is hiding something about the treasure, while land girl Audrey watches their every move. But before Ruth can find out more, the treasure is stolen... With a storm coming, Ruth must race to uncover the secrets of the treasure keepers before all of their lives are changed forever. Praise for A.M. HowellWINNER OF THE MAL PEET CHILDREN'S AWARDWINNER OF THE EAST ANGLIAN BOOK OF THE YEARA SUNDAY TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEKHowell is a hypnotically readable writer, who keeps the pulse racingTrade ReviewThe Secret Of The Treasure Keepers is a thrilling archaeological dig of a mystery novel, with each new clue as precious and exciting as buried gold. A.M. Howell writes so evocatively that I could practically smell the trowelled earth! Truly superb stuff. * Darren Simpson, author of Scavengers *The mysteries swirl thick and fast in this wonderfully atmospheric tale by the brilliant A.M. Howell. Set in the post-war Fens, the story - about buried treasure and family secrets - grips right from the start. I loved it! * Judith Eagle, author of The Secret Starling *Another superb historical novel by A.M. Howell * The Daily Telegraph *With themes of family secrets, buried treasure, national hardship, resilience, women's rights and archaeological integrity at its beating heart, plus all the addictive the excitement of literally digging into the past to enjoy, this is top class reading for all middle-graders. * Lancashire Evening Post *A mystery of stolen treasure and courage set in the aftermath of the Second World War. * The i *
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Amazon Publishing Pipsie, Nature Detective: Turtle Trouble
Book SynopsisWhat happened to Alfred's foot? After a morning at the park, Alfred the turtle's foot is bumpy and sticky, and it hurts, too! It's up to Pipsie to figure out what gave him a tender tootsie. As Alfred shows Pipsie where he went that day, they come upon all kinds of insects—from ants to spiders to honeybees. And the clues Pipsie uncovers lead her on a twisty, turny, and even slightly stinky nature mystery.Trade Review"Likable and enthusiastic Pipsie uses methodical, scientific exploration to find her answer—even charting how each insect's characteristics factor into her search. The illustrations are large and bright, and Pipsie looks determined yet cheerful in a pink hat, pink shirt, and purple pants." —School Library Journal
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Pan Macmillan The Last Duchess
Book SynopsisMeet heroic maid Pattern in The Last Duchess, the first Silver Service Mystery from Laura Powell, illustrated by Sarah Gibb. Pattern is only thirteen, but is already rising through the ranks at Mrs Minchin's Academy of Domestic Servitude and seems destined for a life below stairs. But fate intervenes when she is packed off to the small and secretive Duchy of Elffinberg, to serve as lady's maid to the recently orphaned Grand Duchess.Pattern's young new mistress is excitable and paranoid, yet despite their differences the two girls forge an unlikely friendship that quickly turns into a battle for survival. For picture-perfect Elffinberg hides an extremely dark and deadly secret . . .Armed only with her trusty sewing basket, a bottle of smelling salts and J. Bulcock's inestimable guide, The Duties of a Lady's Maid, Pattern will need all her wits and resourcefulness when dealing with above-stairs conspiracies and below-stairs intrigue. Darning stockings has never been so dangerous.Trade ReviewAn atmospheric, intriguing mystery. * Guardian *A mystery with magic and friendship at its heart and a sharp dagger in its tail. * Booktrust *Plenty of plot twists and intrigue in [this] cracking adventure from below stairs. * Sunday Express S Magazine *With its atmospheric fairy tale backdrop, cast of amazing characters, lashings of dark humour and devilish twist in the tail, The Last Duchess is an entertaining blend of real life and fantasy. There are warm friendships to enjoy, an intriguing mystery to solve and plenty of adventures, dramas and danger to set the pulse racing. * Lancashire Evening Post *Written with a light, deft touch, there is mystery, humour, loyalty and friendship well balanced throughout the book. A very good read. * Parents in Touch *The background to this excellent story, the first in a series, is well-constructed and colourful . . . The tension continues right until the final pages, ably assisted by Sarah Gibb's delightful illustrations, and readers will look forward eagerly to Pattern's further adventures. * The Book Bag *[An] excellent new series . . . a terrific story of courage, friendship, courtly intrigue and magic. * Lovereading4kids.co.uk *A delightful, heart-warming story. * School Librarian *
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Pan Macmillan Wave Riders
Book Synopsis"A summer holiday in a book... unforgettably exciting." Piers Torday"Lauren St John at her very best... a gripping adventure across stormy seas, stately homes and boarding schools, with a fabulous plotted mystery at its core. I couldn't put it down." Abi ElphinstoneA storm is coming. What will it take to survive? An exciting adventure set at sea, from the bestselling author of the Laura Marlin Mysteries and Kat Wolfe Investigates.Twins Jess and Jude Carter live a dream life sailing from one exotic destination to the next with their guardian, Gabriel. But after Gabe vanishes and a storm smashes up their lives, they’re left penniless and alone. When a wealthy, glamorous family offer them a home, everybody tells them they’re the luckiest children in the world. But the Blakeneys’ stately mansion is full of secrets – secrets that seem entangled with the twins’ own fate. As they race to uncover the truth, Jess and Jude must confront their deepest fears.How do you solve a mystery when that mystery is you?Wave Riders from Lauren St John is an exciting and compelling middle-grade tale of sailing, family and identity.Trade Reviewlashings of plot, jeopardy and characters to love... the story has everything: suspense, sibling love, an eco-angle, a contested will and an admirable moral: nature and friendship trumps stuff -- Alex O'Connell * Times, Children's Book of the Week *Lauren St John at her very best... a gripping adventure across stormy seas, stately homes and boarding schools, with a fabulous plotted mystery at its core. I couldn't put it down -- Abi ElphinstoneLoved this absolute page turner. A classic adventure story with a strong environmental message and all the right animals -- Hilary McKayNo one else writes adventure and mystery wrapped up in the wild world quite like Lauren St John. [I was] totally swept away by this thrilling eco adventure - clip your safety harness on and prepare for the ride... -- Gill Lewisa summer holiday in a book... unforgettably exciting -- Piers TordayLauren St John is the queen of adventure novels for 9-12 year olds -- Alex O'Connell * Times *deliciously engrossing -- Charlotte Heathcote * Express *by the always excellent Lauren St John -- Fiona Noble * Bookseller *grips you from the first page to the last... a brilliant and incredibly satisfying adventure. -- Jane Etheridge, FCBGa brilliant mystery about twins who are sailing around the world when their guardian disappears. This story is gripping and original and I had no idea which way it was going to turn. -- Charlotte EyreAnyone who likes a story to challenge them and who enjoys trying to piece together elusive clues to solve a puzzle will love Jess and Jude’s adventure. Packed with half-truths, deception, red herrings, villainous baddies and a sense of ever-present threat, this is a mystery to really keep readers guessing. * BookTrust *
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Hachette Children's Group The Trapdoor Mysteries: The Lost Treasure
Book SynopsisThe final book in The Trapdoor Mysteries, a series about Tally, a code-breaking, animal-loving girl and her best friend, a squirrel named Squill, who solve mysteries with the help of a secret library...Tally was once a servant girl at Mollett Manor - as well as the Secret Keeper of the magical library hidden underneath the manor's grounds. Along with Squill the squirrel, she used the enchanted books in the library to solve crimes. Then Tally finds out a secret about her past, her entire life changes. Suddenly she's travelling aboard a huge ship on her way to New York to try and find her mother. When valuable items go missing from passengers' cabins on the ship, everyone expects Tally to be able to catch the culprit. But will Tally be able to solve the mystery without the magic of the Secret Library?
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Hachette Children's Group Kid Detectives The Strange Case of the Fossilised
Book SynopsisJoin a group of four kid detectives and help them find out about STEM while developing problem solving, observation and deduction, and investigating skills.Our four detectives, Farah, Amelia, Mohammad and Sam, spot a man at the beach digging around the rocks using some curious looking tools. On closer inspection, the friends uncover what the man was looking at - a bone set in stone. Join the Detective gang as they meet a vet and palaeontologist, who will help them discover more about evolution, fossils and scientific research.Interactive elements: - Search and find clues in the illustrations - Help the kids complete the full skeleton by placing the bones in the right place - Gather crucial information from information panels about palaeontology and fossils - Match the fossil to the correct animal skeleton - Help the palaeontologist name the creatureThrough interactive adventures that combine facts, brain-teasing puzz
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Portage & Main Press Monsters
Book Synopsis“The ending...is so unexpected that readers will eagerly anticipate [the] third volume.”—Kirkus ReviewsCole Harper is struggling to settle into life in Wounded Sky First Nation. He may have stopped a serial killer but the trouble is far from over. A creature lurks in the shadows of Blackwood Forest, the health clinic is on lockdown by a mysterious organization, and long-held secrets threaten to bubble to the surface. Can Cole learn the truth about his father's death? Why won't Choch give him a straight answer? Where the heck is Jayne? Oh, and high school sucks.Trade ReviewThe ending...is so unexpected that readers will eagerly anticipate a third volume. A satisfying continuation of a moody, stylish series. * Kirkus Reviews *Cole, 17, is an interesting main character caught in a web of deception and surrounded by threatening people and circumstances. One of the main themes of the book is Cole’s mental health and his need to deal with sometimes crippling anxiety. There are times he can talk himself down, times he needs medication and times that the support from his friends help him cope. Robertson speaks from personal experience, and so his portrayal of Cole is filled with realism as well as understanding and empathy.Highly Recommended. -- Ann Ketcheson * CM Association *without spoiling the ending, readers need to be prepared for David A. Robertson's plot twist...Monsters closes out with a shock and a gasp that will have readers waiting for Book Three in the series, Ghosts, to learn how Cole, the Reckoner, is able to make peace for himself and Wounded Sky. Spring 2019 can't come soon enough. -- Helen Kubiw * CanLit for LittleCanadians *
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Hachette Book Group Secret Agents Jack and Max Stalwart: Book 2: The
Book SynopsisSecret agents Jack and Max Stalwart are sent to the Amazon jungle to investigate the disappearance of an important Global Protection Force scientist. Soon, they discover that the scientist's disappearance is no accident. A greedy outlaw is illegally mining for gold and he'll stop and nothing to keep his secret safe. Can Jack and Max save themselves and the scientist from almost certain death?
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Action Lab Entertainment, Inc. Cash & Carrie Book 2: Summer Sleuths!
Book SynopsisCash & Carrie return in all-new adventures! It’s all fun and games at Summer Camp Sobol until strange things start happening. Campers go missing, Bigfoot might exist, and does anyone know what's really in the coleslaw? With no Wi-Fi and the mosquito repellent not cutting it, our detective duo will have to stick together to solve these mysteries on their own. Will Cash & Carrie survive this spooky summer camp of supreme superstition? And who will win the Camp Sobol Summer Games? You'll have to read Book Two: Summer Sleuths to find out!Trade ReviewSCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL -- Cash And Carrie Volume 2 Summer Sleuths TP - Action Lab Entertainment brings back the junior high detectives for some summer sleuthing. Summer Camp Sobol starts out all fun and games until strange things start happening. Campers are going missing, there's a possibility that Bigfoot might be stomping around, and there are questions about what's really in the coleslaw. Not to worry, Cash and Carrie are on the case! With no Wi-Fi and mosquito repellent not cutting it, this mystery-solving pair will have to stick together to unravel the puzzles at this spooky summer camp of supreme superstition. It's been awhile since we've seen Cash and Carrie, but a successful Kickstarter last year has them back in action solving mysteries readers of all ages will enjoy.
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Workman Publishing Premeditated Myrtle (Myrtle Hardcastle Mystery 1)
Book SynopsisA 2021 Edgar® Award Winner, Best JuvenileA BookPage Best Book of 2020: Middle GradeA Mighty Girl's 2020 Books of the YearIntroducing Myrtle Hardcastle, your favorite new amateur detective: a wickedly smart twelve-year-old with a keen interest in criminology and a nose for murder in Victorian England. Twelve-year-old Myrtle Hardcastle has a passion for justice and a Highly Unconventional obsession with criminal science. Armed with her father’s law books and her mum’s microscope, Myrtle studies toxicology, keeps abreast of the latest developments in crime scene analysis, and Observes her neighbors in the quiet village of Swinburne, England. When her next-door neighbor, a wealthy spinster and eccentric breeder of rare flowers, dies under Mysterious Circumstances, Myrtle seizes her chance. With her unflappable governess, Miss Ada Judson, by her side, Myrtle takes it upon herself to prove Miss Wodehouse was murdered and find the killer, even if nobody else believes he —not even her father, the town prosecutor. With sparkling wit and a tight, twisty plot, Premeditated Myrtle, the first in a series from an award-winning author, introduces a brilliant young investigator ready to take on hard cases and maddening Victorian rules for Young Ladies of Quality in order to earn her place among the most daring and acclaimed amateur detectives of her time or any other.Trade ReviewA 2021 Edgar® Award Winner, Best JuvenileA BookPage Best Book of 2020: Middle Grade A Mighty Girl's 2020 Books of the Year "A joyful thing to behold. Set in Victorian England, this mystery gleefully overturns sexist norms and celebrates independent women of intellect, with Myrtle Hardcastle leading the charge." —Booklist, starred review "Premeditated Myrtle is a book young readers will love and adults may well sneak out of backpacks and off of nightstands for their own enjoyment… Here’s hoping for more adventures with this delightful, heroic protagonist." —BookPage, starred review "Bunce crafts a truly captivating murder mystery, throwing in a delicious mix of twists, red herrings, and relatives excluded from the family fortune. Myrtle is an entertaining protagonist, not afraid to get her hands dirty, sneak into mansions after dark to find a clue, or call out sexism of men toward her scientific interests or the racism toward her governess. The book will make readers yearn for more of Myrtle’s (mis)adventures." —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "A saucy, likable heroine shines in a mystery marked by clever, unexpected twists." —Kirkus Reviews "[A] clever and lively Victorian English village murder mystery . . . Bunce does an excellent job of making Myrtle the lead actor but gives her a strong set of (mostly female) supporters." —The Horn Book “Bunce’s detective series opener features a quirky, winning narrator and a lively secondary cast . . . A generous, well-wrought relationship between governess and charge complements tightly plotted twists . . . Myrtle is as clever as she is determined, and her expertise—seen in evidence collection and courtroom antics—is certain to delight genre stalwarts and mystery novices alike.” —Publishers Weekly “In the tradition of heroines like Flavia de Luce and Harriet the Spy, Myrtle is a fine example of the Victorian scientific female—smart, inquisitive and fearless. Written with a terrific mixture of humor and suspense, Premeditated Myrtle is a perfect read for any budding detective.” —Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author of the Her Royal Spyness series
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Levine Querido Frank and the Masked Cat
Book SynopsisFrank the loveable but salty cat and his corgi sidekick Sunny are back! This time Frank falls head over heels in love with a deeply mysterious “masked cat” who he spies rooting through the garbage cans. Frank, Sunny, and new pal (an irascible parrot who is visiting) try hilariously to help Frank through his moony crush. On a Racoon. (But Frank doesn’t know that.) P R A I S E “Highly relatable”—Horn Book “A series opener that will delight cat AND dog fans.” —Kirkus Reviews “Cute and hilarious” — Booklist
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Amazon Publishing The Night Raven
Book SynopsisMika is not your average twelve-year-old—and she’s about to prove it. It’s 1880, and in the frigid city of Stockholm, death lurks around every corner. Twelve-year-old Mika knows that everyone in her orphanage will struggle to survive this winter. But at least the notorious serial killer the Night Raven is finally off the streets…or is he? Mika is shocked when a newborn baby is left at the orphanage in the middle of the night, by a boy with a cryptic message. Who is he? And who is this “Dark Angel” he speaks of? When a detective shows up, Mika senses something even more sinister is going on. Drawn in by Mika’s unique ability to notice small details—a skill Mika has always used to survive—the gruff Detective Hoff unwittingly recruits her to help him with his investigation into a gruesome murder. Mika knows she should stay far, far away, and yet…with such little hope for her future, could this be an opportunity? Maybe, just maybe, this is Mika’s chance to be someone who matters.Trade Review“This gripping, fast-paced mystery comes together well, with Mika’s deductions based firmly in logic and connections based in her own clear observations…A thrilling and thoughtful period murder mystery.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Mika is a brave, resourceful heroine, and her warm relationships with Valdemar and her peers at the orphanage counterbalance the bleak backdrop.” —Publishers Weekly “Originally published in Sweden, the novel ends with justice done and, for Mika, a newfound sense of purpose. While not every mystery introduced is solved, this is only the first volume in the Moonwind Mysteries series.” —Booklist “Thoroughly 'kid friendly' in tone, style, and presentation, The Night Raven is a Moonwind Mystery written by Swedish author Johan Rundberg and ably translated into English for young American readers ages 10-14 by Annie Prime. This 'whodunnit' mystery is fully entertaining and highly recommended.” —Midwest Book Review “This English translation of Rundberg’s lively historical mystery…is something to celebrate…Joyous, funny, suspenseful, and serious—an unusual and winning combination for middle-grade readers. Let’s hope its three sequels appear in [A. A.] Prime’s English translation, too.” —The Horn Book (starred review) “Middle-school-age historical mystery fans will appreciate the fast-moving story and intriguing setting, as well as the splashes of humor throughout.” —Historical Novels Review
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Sourcebooks, Inc Death in the Dark
Book SynopsisWhen multiple women are found murdered in their London homes during The Blitz, seventeen-year-old Mary Churchill vows to uncover the identity of the Blackout Ripper, even if it puts her own life at risk. From the author of The Perfect Place to Die and Don't Go to Sleep comes another chilling historical mystery. Seventeen-year-old Mary Churchill feels helpless as London is ravaged by air raids and mandatory blackouts. As the youngest daughter of the Prime Minister, she longs to do something important, to help those in less fortunate circumstances. On a night out on the town, she connects with an older woman who is in-between jobs and promises to meet her again the next day. Except she never shows up. Mary has a sense that something is wrong, so she decides to go searchingand finds her brutally murdered. Horrified, Mary immediately goes to the police. But there's a war happening, and they don't have enough manpower to fully dedicate themselves to the murder case. So, Mary takes it upon herself to investigate. The deeper she falls into the case, the more shocking murders she finds. All women, all strangled and mutilated. This is her chance to do something to actually help, to find out who is responsible for the murders and make sure they never have a chance to harm anyone else. Against the backdrop of bombings and darkness, Mary searches the streets of London for any clues she might ascertain and finds herself in a game of cat-and-mouse with the Blackout Ripper. If only one of them can make it out alive, does Mary have what it takes to make sure its her?
£9.49
A&A Press Body in the Thames
Book SynopsisTheo Duncan is an ordinary student who happens to be the Prime Minister's son. When Westminster is shaken by a body discovered in the Thames, he investigates. With security heightened, he must evade detection as he searches Parliament for clues. Can he find the murderer before the government tears itself apart and before they strike again?
£9.71
Penguin Random House Australia Alice-Miranda in Hollywood: Alice-Miranda 16
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Floris Books Museum Mystery Squad and the Case of the
Book SynopsisSome people think that museums are boring places full of glass cases, dust and stuff no one cares about: wrong! In a hidden headquarters below the exhibits there's a gang ready to handle dangerous, spooky or just plain weird problems: the Museum Mystery Squad.Techie-genius Nabster, mile-a-minute Kennedy and sharp-eyed Laurie (along with Colin the hamster!) tackle the surprising conundrums happening at the museum. From pre-historic creatures that move and secret Egyptian codes to missing treasure and strange messages from the past, there's no brain-twisting, totally improbable puzzle the Squad can't solve.--------------The discovery of new Viking treasure brings the museum its biggest exhibit yet -- a giant longboat. With such a huge attraction on show there's plenty of room to hide a secret, or two. In the Case of the Vanishing Viking, the Squad investigate legendary longboats, rare runes and hidden hoards to try to solve their latest mystery.---------------Young readers will love the riddles, red herrings and big reveals jam-packed into this fun-filled series of mystery stories by Mike Nicholson. The enjoyable extras like wacky facts and activities, as well as zany illustrations by Mike Phillips, will keep amateur detectives entertained for hours.Trade ReviewPraise for the Museum Mystery Squad series:'Nicholson slips in fact boxes and a miniquiz as well as some red herrings to confuse matters. Phillips adds coded messages, screen shots, and diary pages to cartoon views of the squad in action... deduction and slick detective work save the day.'-- Kirkus Reviews'All of the books in this series are fast-moving, filled with interesting facts that should spur readers on to their own explorations, well-written, fun and wonderfully illustrated with black and white drawings by Mike Phillips.'-- Youth Services Book Review'... there is a clear desire to celebrate museums as spaces of imagination and learning. There is a very interesting interplay between text and image in the book, as the story is interposed by numerous illustrations, graphs and quizzes that visually make the book very visually stimulating.'-- Armadillo
£7.44
SPCK Publishing Jane Austen Investigates: The Abbey Mystery
Book Synopsis'Julia Golding’s Jane Austen Investigates offers a gripping detective story with an abundance of Easter eggs for Austen fans... This is a delightful riff on the wit and irony of Austen’s works; of her wonderful juvenilia, especially.' David Taylor, Associate Professor, Faculty of English, University of Oxford Jane Austen turns detective in this spooky historical adventure by award-winning author Julia Golding! It’s 1789 and a young Jane Austen turns detective as she seeks to solve the mysterious happenings at Southmoor Abbey. When a carriage accident forces a change of plans, 13-year-old Jane is sent to be a companion to Lady Cromwell for a week as the household prepares to celebrate the eldest son’s coming-of-age party. While there, Jane vows to solve the mystery of the ghostly monk in the Abbey grounds – for she does not believe in such stories! But this is not the only strange occurrence for the adventurous young Jane to investigate. There are shivery night-time investigations, an Indian girl with secret talents, a library fire, two prize horses in danger, and friends to save from false accusations. With notebook in hand and her faithful dog Grandison by her side, will Jane overcome the continuous obstacles and find out the truth?
£8.54
Award Publications Ltd The Secret of Weeping Wood
Book SynopsisThe Outfit' had never really believed the stories about the ghosts of Weeping Wood until now! When odd events keep on happening, they decide to investigate the strange cries that come from the forest, but soon discover there's more to the mystery than they could ever have imagined! This gripping, page-turning read from the Carnegie Medal-winning master storyteller Robert Swindells is a great introduction to the series, as The Outfit hunt out adventure, crimes and mysteries to solve as only a bunch of best friends could!
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