Children’s / Teenage fiction: Crime and mystery fiction
Worldtrek Publishing Mystery of the Secret Room: Austria 2
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£7.18
Worldtrek Publishing Mystery of the Naga at Night: Thailand 2
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£11.88
Borrowed Hearts Publishing, LLC Breathing Lies
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£14.39
Beckett Publishing Group The Girl Who Saved Ghosts
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£9.99
ELM Grove Publishing Past Secret Present Danger: What Deadly Secrets
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£14.99
Black Rose Writing The Message in the Painted Rock
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£12.95
Svenson Group, Inc. The Happy Hollisters at Circus Island
£8.25
Svenson Group, Inc. The Happy Hollisters and the Secret Fort
£8.25
Orange Blossom Publishing Mass
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£12.34
Next Chapter Gk Maisy E O Saqueador de Dinheiro
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£14.84
Lector House Aunt Jane's Nieces At Millville
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£9.35
Austin Macauley Publishers LLC A Band Done
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£6.99
Myboys3 Press Summer of the Woods
£10.42
Random House USA Inc Nate the Great and the Missing Birthday Snake
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£5.99
Scholastic US Five Nights at Freddys Ultimate Guide Five Nights
Book SynopsisFans won''t want to miss this ultimate guide to Five Nights at Freddy's -- bursting with theories, lore, and insights from the games, books, and more!This all-encompassing guidebook concentrates material from The Freddy Files (Updated Edition) and adds over 100 pages of new content exploring Help Wanted, Curse of Dreadbear, Fazbear Frights, the novel trilogy, and more!Fans hungry for fresh Five Nights at Freddy''s lore can sink their teeth into this massive guidebook packed with mythology, gameplay, and secrets to help unwind the twisted mysteries lurking behind the smiling face of Fazbear Entertainment. Delving into each game, players can map the animatronics'' paths, learn how timed elements of the games work, and discover how to trigger unique events. Special sections throughout highlight FNAF fans'' most talked-about topics, from the alternate endings in Help Wanted and Curse of Dreadbear, to the new technolog
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers The Bad Beginning
Book SynopsisDear reader, There is nothing to be found in Lemony Snicket’s ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ but misery and despair. You still have time to choose another international best-selling series to read. But if you insist on discovering the unpleasant adventures of the Baudelaire orphans, then proceed with caution…Trade Review‘Perhaps A Series of Unfortunate Events is so special simply because Handler saw children as people. He took his readers seriously' – Guardian ‘Lemony Snicket is the new Harry Potter’ – Entertainment Weekly ‘Deliciously wicked and wonderful’ – The Times ‘Lemony Snicket is a publishing phenomenon’ – Independent ‘Harry Potter’s worst nightmare’ – Evening Standard
£7.59
Pan Macmillan For She is Wrath
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£12.34
Hot Key Books We Were Liars
Book SynopsisA secret. Lies upon lies. True love. The truth. We Were Liars is a modern, sophisticated suspense novel from New York Times bestselling author, National Book Award finalist, and Printz Award honouree E.Trade ReviewE. Lockhart is one of our most important novelists, and she has given us her best book yet. Thrilling, beautiful, and blisteringly smart, WE WERE LIARS is utterly unforgettable. * John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARS *So, @elockhart's new book WE WERE LIARS showed up the other day, and I ended up NOT GOING TO BED because WAS READING and OH MY GOD. * Maureen Johnson *A haunting tale about how families live within their own mythologies. Sad, wonderful, and real. * Scott Westerfeld, author of UGLIES and LEVIATHAN *A beautifully written page-turner ... When you've finished reading you'll be desperate to pass WE WERE LIARS on * Cosmopolitan *Lockhart has created a mystery with an ending most readers won't see coming, one so horrific it will prompt some to return immediately to page one to figure out how they missed it. * Publisher's Weekly, Starred Review *This is a cunning, clever and absolutely gripping novel, full of surprises, which sent me straight back to its first page as soon as I reached the last. * The Guardian *This is an ambitious novel with an engaging voice, a clever plot and some terrific writing. * The New York Times *Stylish, compelling and heartbreaking (...) I'm in awe of E. Lockhart's control and characterisation here -- Liz Flanagan * theguardian.com *We Were Liars is a story about growing up. Finding yourself and loosing yourself. It's a dark story about the destructive power held by secrets, the damaging effects of a family trauma and the tragedy that can be caused by love -- Lauren Molyneaux * Live Ribble Valley, GOOD READ *We Were Liars is a literary musing on young love, memory, coming-of-age, and tragedy with a deliciously twisty ending * Huffingtonpost.com *Don't mind me, I'm just still crying about this book. I heard so much about We Were Liars in 2015, but sort of passed it off as your usual overly-dramatic young adult contemporary. I would like to formally apologise to this book for ever thinking that. This is a book of secrets, and it will kick you in the gut. It's a quick read so, please, just give it a try * Magic and Musings *We Were Liars is a moving young adult novel with a twist so intense, you won't see it coming * teenvogue.com *Love, mystery, amnesia, and a group of teenagers. What can we say about this? It'll leave you stunned * sugarscape.com *Has a twist most readers won't see coming. -- James Patterson * New York Times *5 YA books every teen should read', 'An eerie love story set within a self-destructing family. I read it three years ago and can't recommend it enough. A beautiful, beautiful book that had me gasping by the end. * Big Issue *This book is about inheritance, death, amnesia, and its gripping plot will have you whipping through the pages. * Refinery29 *Strikes a great balance between fun summer romance novel and horrifying summer mystery novel * Bustle *Full of complex characters and mystery, that will suck you in from the first page. Both the adults and the teenagers are struggling with darkness within their own selves. The ending will definitely shock you and keep you wondering why you didn't figure things out sooner. A must read * Buzzfeed *Under all that teen romance, We Were Liars is a psychological thriller with one gut-punch of a plot twist * Bustle *Compelling... as a reader you are questioning everything all the time in this tragic but beautiful story * Books for Keeps *We Were Liars seduces you with summer love, a remote island setting, hints of Wuthering Heights, and millions of theories you'll develop along the way to its utterly destructive reveal * Buzzfeed *A masterful exploration of memory and pain buried deep in the psyche of its super-smart narrator. * Gill Perdue, author of If I Tell *A gripping page-turner. The suspenseful plot will keep readers on their toes throughout, and the unexpected twist makes it an unforgettable read. * Hello Online *It's the perfect twisty summer read that you can fly through in a few hours on the beach. * Cosmopolitan *
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Case Closed 4 Danger on the Dig
Book SynopsisPick-your-own path and puzzle-packed mystery collide in the fourth book in Lauren Magaziner’s hilarious and interactive middle grade series as Las Pistas Detective Agency gets its first international case at an archaeological dig in Greece. Can you help Carlos and his friend find the lost treasure .Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR BOOK 1 IN THE CASE CLOSED SERIES: “The ‘choose your own adventure’ format adds a fun twist, offering readers different options, like whom to interview, what to examine, and which clues to follow. An entertaining romp that will appeal to fans of humorous mysteries.” — School Library Journal "The characters are real kids dealing with real worries. Carlos is so concerned about money that he takes on the near-impossible task of solving a case for his mother, but it’s this concern that makes him endearing. The various options mean the story takes on a new flavor with every reading. The puzzles are based in learning, so readers work to solve each clue before moving on to the next. Magaziner blends the fun of interactive stories with a suspenseful mystery and delightful characters." — Booklist PRAISE FOR LAUREN MAGAZINER: “Humorous and engaging.” — ALA Booklist “Readers will banish themselves from the ordinary world to finish this book in a flash.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “The kids’ slowly forming friendship has real grace and authenticity." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Hilarious, light-hearted debut would be a great read-aloud for middle grade classrooms.” — Library Media Connection
£9.56
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Study in Drowning
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£14.99
Hachette Children's Group The Famous Five Collection 4
Book SynopsisJulian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog find excitement and adventure wherever they go in Enid Blyton''s most popular series.Five On A Hike TogetherDick is woken by a light flashing through his window. Is someone trying to send him a coded message? When the Famous Five hear of an escaped convict in the area, they are on red alert. Five Have A Wonderful TimeThe 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?Five Go To Mystery MoorThe 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?This 70th anniversary edition features the Classic editions of three Famous Five advenTrade ReviewThese books bring back special memories and ... kids still enjoy them today. A beautiful Christmas present to cherish and pass on. * Irish Daily Mail *
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers The Miserable Mill
Book SynopsisDear reader, There is nothing to be found in Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events but misery and despair. You still have time to choose another international best-selling series to read. But if you insist on discovering the unpleasant adventures of the Baudelaire orphans, then proceed with caution…Trade Review‘Perhaps A Series of Unfortunate Events is so special simply because Handler saw children as people. He took his readers seriously' – Guardian ‘Lemony Snicket is the new Harry Potter’ – Entertainment Weekly ‘Deliciously wicked and wonderful’ – The Times ‘Lemony Snicket is a publishing phenomenon’ – Independent ‘Harry Potter’s worst nightmare’ – Evening Standard
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Austere Academy
Book SynopsisDear reader, There is nothing to be found in Lemony Snicket’s 'A Series of Unfortunate Events' but misery and despair. You still have time to choose another international best-selling series to read. But if you insist on discovering the unpleasant adventures of the Baudelaire orphans, then proceed with caution…Trade Review‘Perhaps A Series of Unfortunate Events is so special simply because Handler saw children as people. He took his readers seriously' – Guardian ‘Lemony Snicket is the new Harry Potter’ – Entertainment Weekly ‘Deliciously wicked and wonderful’ – The Times ‘Lemony Snicket is a publishing phenomenon’ – Independent ‘Harry Potter’s worst nightmare’ – Evening Standard
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Monster
Book SynopsisThis New York Times bestselling novel from acclaimed author Walter Dean Myers tells the story of Steve Harmon, a teenage boy in juvenile detention and on trial. Presented as a screenplay of Steve''s own imagination, and peppered with journal entries, the book shows how one single decision can change our whole lives. Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story that was the first-ever Michael L. Printz Award recipient, an ALA Best Book, a Coretta Scott King Honor selection, and a National Book Award finalist.Monster is now a major motion picture called All Rise and starring Jennifer Hudson, Kelvin Harrison, Jr., Nas, and A$AP Rocky.The late Walter Dean Myers was a National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, who was known for his commitment to realistically depicting kids from his hometown of Harlem.Share this highly readable n
£12.24
Rosario Ana En Busca de la Entrada Secreta: Una emocionante aventura de misterio con un final sorprendente (Libro 1)
£15.60
HarperCollins Publishers The Wide Window
Book SynopsisDear reader, There is nothing to be found in Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events but misery and despair. You still have time to choose another international best-selling series to read. But if you insist on discovering the unpleasant adventures of the Baudelaire orphans, then proceed with caution…Trade Review‘Perhaps A Series of Unfortunate Events is so special simply because Handler saw children as people. He took his readers seriously' – Guardian ‘Lemony Snicket is the new Harry Potter’ – Entertainment Weekly ‘Deliciously wicked and wonderful’ – The Times ‘Lemony Snicket is a publishing phenomenon’ – Independent ‘Harry Potter’s worst nightmare’ – Evening Standard
£7.99
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Spy School at Sea
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£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Asylum 3Book Box Set
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£31.32
Capstone Press Hound of the Baskervilles Graphic Revolve Common
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£10.13
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Spy School
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. V Is for Victorine
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£17.09
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Deephaven
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£16.14
Aladdin Paperbacks City Spies Classified Collection (Boxed Set):
Book SynopsisIn this thrilling and bestselling series Stuart Gibbs called “a must-read” from Edgar Award winner James Ponti, five kids from all over the world become real-life spies—perfect for fans of Spy School and Mrs. Smith’s Spy School for Girls. The first three books are now together in a collectible paperback boxed set!Sara Martinez is a hacker. She recently broke into the New York City foster care system to expose her foster parents as cheats and lawbreakers. However, instead of being hailed as a hero, Sara finds herself facing years in a juvenile detention. Enter Mother, a British spy who not only gets Sara released from jail but also offers her a chance to make a home for herself within a secret MI6 agency. Operating out of a base in Scotland, the City Spies are five kids from various parts of the world. When they’re not attending the local boarding school, they’re honing their unique skills, such as sleight of hand, breaking and entering, observation, and explosives. All of these allow them to go places in the world of espionage where adults can’t. Together, they face off against rival schools, track down a deadly mole in their own organization, and extract a fellow agent from a dangerous situation on foreign soil! This thrilling paperback boxed set includes: City Spies Golden Gate Forbidden City
£25.19
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers The Inheritance Games Collection
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£40.08
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Study in Charlotte
Book SynopsisThe first book in a witty, suspenseful newseries about a brilliant new crime-solving duo: the teen descendants of Sherlock Holmes and John Watson. This clever page-turner will appeal to fans of Maureen Johnson and Ally Carter.Jamie Watson has always been intrigued by Charlotte Holmes; after all, their great-great-great-grandfathers are one of the most infamous pairs in history. But the Holmes family has always been odd, and Charlotte is no exception. She?s inherited Sherlock?s volatility and some of his vices?and when Jamie and Charlotte end up at the same Connecticut boarding school, Charlotte makes it clear she?s not looking for friends.But when a student they both have a history with dies under suspicious circumstances, ripped straight from the most terrifying of the Sherlock Holmes stories, Jamie can no longer afford to keep his distance. Danger is mounting and nowhere is safe?and the only people they can trust are each other.
£11.99
Random House USA Inc The London Eye Mystery
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£9.16
Simon & Schuster The Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew Collection Boxed
Book SynopsisIt’s five times the mysteries—and five time the fun—with this paperback boxed set of the first five books in the Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew series!
£21.80
Penguin Random House Children's UK Hotel Valhalla Guide to the Norse Worlds
Book SynopsisFor Magnus Chase: Hotel Valhalla Guide to the Norse Worlds will whet readers'' appetites for The Hammer of Thor.It is a 176-page, smaller format book with black-and-white illustrations throughout. Helgi - the hotel manager - created this book for each hotel guest, so that he wouldn''t have to answer so many questions at the front desk.It has short entries about the deities, mythical beings, and fantastic creatures from the nine Norse worlds, and also contains bonus material, including interviews, newspaper articles, short stories and more. The tone is humorous, complementing Rick''s series.
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers The Ersatz Elevator A Series of Unfortunate
Book SynopsisDear reader, There is nothing to be found in Lemony Snicket’s ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ but misery and despair. You still have time to choose another international best-selling series to read. But if you insist on discovering the unpleasant adventures of the Baudelaire orphans, then proceed with caution…Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire are intelligent children. They are charming, and resourceful, and have pleasant facial features. Unfortunately, they are exceptionally unlucky.In The Ersatz Elevatorthe siblings face a darkened staircase, a red herring, friends in a dire situation, three mysterious initials, a liar with an evil scheme, a secret passageway and parsley soda.In the tradition of great storytellers, from Dickens to Dahl, comes an exquisitely dark comedy that is both literary and irreverent, hilarious and deftly crafted.Despite their wretched contents, ‘A Series of UnfortunatTrade Review‘Perhaps A Series of Unfortunate Events is so special simply because Handler saw children as people. He took his readers seriously' – Guardian ‘Lemony Snicket is the new Harry Potter’ – Entertainment Weekly ‘Deliciously wicked and wonderful’ – The Times ‘Lemony Snicket is a publishing phenomenon’ – Independent ‘Harry Potter’s worst nightmare’ – Evening Standard
£7.59
Hyperion Hawkeye Bishop Takes King
Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author Ashley Poston shows Kate Bishop's Hawkeye still figuring out how to be a Super Hero—and a functioning human being—in this thrilling YA mystery adventure.When Kate Bishop, the young Hawkeye, solves a minor crime and saves the surprisingly cute Milo in the process, she counts it as a rare win. But a mix-up of their bags means that nope, Kate's life is still refusing to run smoothly. In that bag is a mysterious book that holds powerful, dangerous secrets—ones that New York City's most powerful super villain, the Kingpin, would kill to uncover.Kate finds herself on the run, searching for Milo and what he knows, texting her Super Hero besties for moral support, and trying to solve the mystery she's blundered into before she becomes the victim of her own story. Just like its main character, Kate Bishop, New York Times bestselling author Ashley Poston's Super Hero adventure doesn't miss a sin
£16.19
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Spy School Goes Wild
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£13.09
Chicken House Ltd x Battle of the Beetles
Book Synopsis The spectacular finale to the BATTLE OF THE BEETLES series – perfect for fans of Roald Dahl! 'Truly great storytelling.' MICHAEL MORPURGO on BEETLE BOY 'I predict Beetle-mania' THE TIMES on BEETLE BOY 'Roald Dahl meets 101 Dalmatians in a rollicking ride, full of adventure with vivid characters' EXPRESS on BEETLE BOY From a secret Biome in the jungle, Lucretia Cutter plans to wreak wickedness on the world unless Darkus, Virginia and Bertolt can find a way to stop her. If they fail, she'll mass an army of giant Frankenstein beetles – and the planet will never be the same again. Humanity is under siege. The future depends on three children and their beetles ... The third and final book in MG Leonard's acclaimed trilogy, which began with Beetle Boy and Beetle Queen! Featuring exotic beetles, a daring quest, a mixture of bold male and female characters and a truly venomous villain The story follows Darkus, Bertolt and Virginia – and their beetle pals – as they investigate the wicked ‘Beetle Queen’ Lucretia From the author of the Adventure on Trains series, co-written with Sam Sedgman
£6.99
Scholastic US Lost Treasure of the Emerald Eye Geronimo Stilton
Book SynopsisRe-enter the world of Geronimo Stilton, where another funny adventure is always right around the corner. Each book is a fast-paced adventure with lively art and a unique format kids 7-10 will loveWho Is Geronimo Stilton?That''s me! I run a newspaper, but my true passion is writing tales of adventure. Here on Mouse Island, my books are all best-sellers! What''s that? You''ve never read one? Well, my books are full of fun. They are whisker-licking good stories, and that''s a promise!Lost Treasure of the Emerald EyeIt all started when my sister, Thea, discovered a mysterious map. It showed a secret treasure on a faraway island. And before I could let out a squeak of protest, Thea dragged me into her treasure hunt! In no time at all, we''d set sail for the island. It was an adventure I''d never forget....
£7.99
Random House USA Inc One of Us Is Lying
Book SynopsisWhen one of five students in detention is found dead, his high-profile classmates?including a brainy intellectual, a popular beauty, a drug dealer on probation and an all-star athlete?are investigated and revealed to be the subjects of the victim''s latest gossip postings. Simultaneous and eBook.
£16.19
Random House Children's Books The Champions
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£9.81
Penguin Young Readers Group Nancy Drew 11 the Clue of the Broken Locket
Book Synopsis The eleventh book in the iconic Nancy Drew mystery series! Longtime fans and aspiring detectives alike will enjoy matching their wits with this beloved teenage sleuth as she works to solve the case in this suspenseful, action-packed thriller. When Nancy Drew and her friends arrive at Misty Lake, they meet pretty, red-haired Cecily Curtis, who seeks Nancy’s help in solving two mysteries. One concerns Cecily’s fiancé, Niko Van Dyke, a popular singer who believes that his record company is cheating him of royalty payments. The other invovles a family treasure hidden before the start of the Civil War; Cecily’s only clue is half of a gold locket. Nancy’s investigations lead her to Pudding Stone Lodge, where the sinister Driscoll family lives. Strange coincidences give Nancy plenty of opportunity to test her sleuthing skills. Braving a series of dangerous situations and discouraging developments, the alert young detective perseveres in her attem
£9.89
Random House USA Inc Escape from Mr Lemoncellos Library 1
Book SynopsisCharlie and the Chocolate Factory meets A Night in the Museum in this action-packed New York Times Bestseller from Chris Grabenstein, coauthor of I Funny, Treasure Hunters and other bestselling series with James Patterson!Kyle Keeley is the class clown and a huge fan of all games—board games, word games, and particularly video games. His hero, Luigi Lemoncello, the most notorious and creative gamemaker in the world, just so happens to be the genius behind the construction of the new town library. Lucky Kyle wins a coveted spot as one of twelve kids invited for an overnight sleepover in the library, hosted by Mr. Lemoncello and riddled with lots and lots of games. But when morning comes, the doors stay locked. Kyle and the other kids must solve every clue and figure out every secret puzzle to find the hidden escape route!Don't miss the next puzzle-packed adventures—Mr
£18.04
Pan Macmillan Enid Blytons Adventure series Pack 3 Books
Book SynopsisEnid Blyton, who died in 1968, is one of the most successful children's authors of all time. She wrote over 700 books, which have been translated into more than forty languages and have sold more than 400 million copies around the world. Her stories of magic, adventure and friendship continue to enchant children the world over. Enid Blyton's beloved works include The Famous Five, The Secret Seven, Malory Towers, The Faraway Tree and Adventure series. Rebecca Cobb is a rising star in children's picture books. Having collaborated on two picture storybooks with the Orange Prize winner Helen Dunmore, Rebecca's debut solo project, the hugely accomplished and heart-breakingly beautiful Missing Mummy, was published by Macmillan in 2011. The gorgeously funny and well-received Lunchtime followed and, in addition, Rebecca's stunning illustrations accompanied Julia's Donaldson's wonderfully lyrical story in The Paper Dolls. Aunt Amelia, Rebecca
£6.99
