Children’s / Teenage fiction: Crime and mystery fiction
Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc The Alchemyst
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£9.94
HarperCollins Publishers Murder at the Vicarage
Book SynopsisCollins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners.Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now Collins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These readers have been carefully adapted using the Collins COBUILD grading scheme to ensure that the language is at the correct level for an intermediate learner. This book is Level 5 in the Collins ELT Readers series. Level 5 is equivalent to CEF level B2+ with a word count of 22,000 30,000 words.Each book includes: Full reading of the adapted version available for free online Helpful notes on characters Cultural and historical notes relevant to the plot A glossary of the more difficult words Free online resources for students and teachers atwww.collinselt.com/readersThe plot:When Colonel Protheroe is found murdered in the vicar's study, it seems that almost everyone in the village of St Mary Mead had a motive to kill him.This is the firs
£7.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Ruby Redfort Take Your Last Breath 2
Book SynopsisCrack open Ruby Redfort’s second adventure — and you will literally be on the edge of your wits.Everyone’s favorite girl detective is back for a second mind-blowing installment, packed with all the off-the-wall humor, action, and friendship of the first book. This time, though, it’s an adventure on the wide-open ocean, and Ruby is all at sea. . . . Can she crack the case of the Twinford pirates while evading the clutches of a vile sea monster as well as the evil Count von Viscount? Well, you wouldn’t want to bet against her.
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers The Lost Puppy Book 4 Dotty Detective
Book SynopsisDot, her best friend Beans and her dog McClusky all love sniffing out a good mystery and together they will solve the case and save the day . . .Trade ReviewFor previous Dotty titles: ‘It's funny, it's mysterious and you will be puzzled for a long time.’ – Aarav Mehta, age 7 ‘This book was amazing and I really enjoyed it.’ – Cassandra Butler, age 6 ‘I liked how Dot solved the mystery.’ – Ruby Laverty, age 6
£5.99
Simon & Schuster Australia The New Girl Fear Street
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£999.99
Alfaguara Juvenil Alguien está mintiendo / One of Us is Lying
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£20.29
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Poached Funjungle
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£8.95
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Spy Camp
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£8.99
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers The Screaming Staircase 1 Lockwood Co
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£9.49
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Lockwood Co The Whispering Skull 2
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£9.49
Peachtree Publishers,U.S. King & Kayla and the Case of the Mysterious Mouse
Book SynopsisA lovable dog helps his human girl solve a mystery.King and Kayla are playing fetch with their friends, Jillian and Thor. Jillian throws King?s favorite ball too hard, and now it?s gone missing! King and Kayla must put together the clues to figure out where it went?and who has it.
£8.09
Cormorant Books,Canada Tangled Planet
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£7.99
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Nevermoor The Trials of Morrigan Crow
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£9.49
Yeehoo Press The Vanishing Lake
Book SynopsisA captivating tale that celebrates a young girl's determination, a granddad's wisdom, and the fantastical wonders of the natural world. Something mysterious is happening at Lake Loughareema. There are days the lake is beautiful, shimmering, and full. And then there are other days . . . where the lake is completely empty.Meara asks her granddad WHY the water disappears, but every time he blames far-fetched culprits: Narwals! Mermaids! Giants! Unsatisfied with these wild tales, Meara sets out to look under every pebble and search every hillexploring the entire island to uncover the truth for herself. Little does she know the answer is much larger than she realizes, and it might just take stepping back and opening her eyes to the impossible to discover the magic of Lake Loughareema.Trade Review"The Vanishing Lake explores the timeless mysteries and magic of nature. A story that captivates the imagination with lush illustrations and humour. It feels like a modern classic." -- Fiona Woodcock, Picture Book Author & Illustrator"Children will adore this funny and surprising mystery about a determined young girl and her inventive grandfather. Donnelly's beautiful illustrations evoke the spirit of discovery and adventure that children find in all wild places." -- Jennifer Bell, Children's Author"The whimsical tone and lively art recall Benji Davies' The Storm Whale, and there's a constant sense of motion here;the fluid swoops of the rolling hills and luminous clouds bring vibrancy. Viewers will get a kickout of Meara's look of determination as she tries to suss out the cause of the vanishing lake, and they'll appreciate that the book carries its playful fantasy to the very end." --TheBulletinof the Center for Children's Books"The Vanishing Lake is a wonderful read for adults and children alike, as it is a journey of discovery...We are brought on this curious journey to Lake Loughareema - under the water and over the hills - by the distinctive and enchanting voice of the author, encouraging us all to discover the magic and wonder of the story." -- Children's Books Ireland, Inis Magazine IssueShortlisted for the World Illustration Awards 2022. Gold Medal Winner in the Independent Publisher Book Awards 2021. Selected for the annual Best Children's Books In China list 2020.
£14.26
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Evolution of Mara Dyer
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£13.18
St Martin's Press Spy Penguins The Spy Who Loved Ice Cream
Book SynopsisIn this hilarious second novel in Sam Hay and Marek Jagucki''s action packed illustrated chapter book series, Spy Penguins: The Spy Who Loved Ice Cream, two young adventure-loving and gadget-obsessed penguins must prove their favorite uncle is innocent before the Frosty Bureau of Investigation locks him away forever!Jackson and Quigley were this close to joining the FBI (Frosty Bureau of Investigation), until Jackson's mom found out and they ended up scrubbing seagull poop instead. At least they have Uncle Bryn's birthday party to look forward to. But when they get to the Ice Cream parlor, the FBI agents are acting strange. Instead of talking, Uncle Bryn and his friends just finish their glowing green ice cream, then jump into a waiting ice cream truck and disappear. It''s obvious that something has gone very, very wrong, and now Uncle Bryn is suspected of being a master thief! Can Jackson and Quigley solve the case before Uncle Bryn is locked aw
£11.45
Holiday House Inc Meet the Crew at the Zoo
Book SynopsisSolve mysteries at the city zoo with a diverse group of kids in this illustrated chapter book from a two-time Newbery Honor author.Lions and tigers for neighbors? That doesn''t bother Luke at all. It''s making new friends that scares him. Not only has Luke had to move from Florida to New York because of his dad''s new job as a zoo doctor, but he''s also had to leave behind his best friend--his abuelo.When Luke discovers that there are other kids also living on Zoo Lane and that one of them might be the owner of a mysterious zebra-printed box left outside his house, he wonders if just maybe he can make friends and solve a mystery in this wild new place.In this first book of the series, two-time Newbery Honor author Patricia Reilly Giff has crafted a charming story about conservation, animal care, friendship, and problem-solving. In touch with the programs and initiatives that today''s zoos are undertaking, Giff provides readers with a fresh look at the wor
£7.59
Penguin Putnam Inc Theodore Boone 6-Book Box Set
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£44.96
Penguin Random House Children's UK Penguin Readers Level 2 Private ELT Graded Reader
Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.Jack Morgan has a company called Private. Private helps people. Sometimes, Private helps the police, too. Now, Jack''s friend is dead. Private must find the killer.
£6.99
Simon & Schuster The Stolen Show
Book SynopsisNancy, Bess, and George race to catch an international jewel thief in this eighteenth book of the Nancy Drew Diaries, a fresh approach to the classic mystery series.Nancy is helping out her Dad’s friend, Louise Alain, and her dog, Marge, at an upcoming dog show in Montreal. Marge is a professional and needs someone she can trust to handle her at the biggest show of the season. Nancy is happy to oblige, especially since Louise invited Bess and George as well! Of course, the three friends are investigating a crime within hours of their arrival. One of the show dogs was drugged and a giant wad of gum was matted into its hair. Louise asks Nancy to investigate and gives her a useful tip: look at the dogs—their temperaments and styles are often a good window into the hearts and minds of their owners. But instead of solving a case of competitor sabotage, Nancy discovers jewel thieves have been using the dog show circuit as a smuggling operation. The thieves are not comfortable with the teenage sleuth who’s asking too many questions. And when they make some serious threats, Nancy, Bess, and George quickly find themselves in dangerous territory. Can Nancy discover the thieves’ identity and take home the trophy? Or is this one case where the bite is worse than the bark?
£6.99
Disney Book Publishing Inc. Artemis Fowl 3book Paperback Boxed SetArtemis
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£999.99
NubeOcho Hugo no puede dormir
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£15.77
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Our Dark Duet
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£12.34
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Spy School Project X
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£9.08
Random House USA Inc Maren Stoffels Box of Horrors
Book SynopsisThree must-read stand-alone novels from horror sensation Maren Stoffels, now available in a paperback boxed set!Escape RoomThere''s no escaping this pulse-pounding thriller about teens being held captive in an escape room where the stakes are all too real. Fright NightStay up all night with this frightening story about a group of friends who spend the night in a deserted forest, only to be faced with their biggest fears. Room ServiceBe careful what you order. In this terrifying read, a group of teens hope to celebrate a birthday in a luxury hotel, but partying isn''t so fun when there''s a killer on the loose.
£28.50
Penguin Putnam Inc The Underdogs Serve It Up
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of comical animal do-gooders like The Bad Guys, The InvestiGators, and The Chicken Squad, this hilarious chapter book series follows a group of bumbling dog detectives and their newest recruit?a cat!In their third case, the Underdogsmust fetch the identity of a tennis ball thief.Crime is on the rise in Dogtown, and it?s all thanks to a doggone thief! It?s nearly time for the Dogtown Tennis Grand Slam, but all the balls have gone missing. Could Boris Barker, the famed international tennis pro, be behind it all? Or what about Steffi Gruff? Or Novak Dogavic? No matter who the culprit is, if they?re not stopped, the tournament will be ruined.So it?s time to call in the Underdog Detective Agency: with Barkley the German shepherd, Carl the Chihuahua, Dr. Spots the Dalmatian, and Fang . . . the cat. (Yes, a CAT!) What the Underdogs lack in skill, they make up for in grit and determination. And they jump on the case like a dog with a ball, but can they save the day and serve up the criminal mastermind in time? Or will it be game, set, match? You?ll have to read to find out in this paws-itively hilarious mystery!
£8.50
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers The Final Gambit
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£8.88
HarperCollins Deephaven
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£9.34
Evergreen Books Secrets of the Last Pirate
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£14.24
Faber & Faber The Thief of Farrowfell
Book SynopsisReaders love the world of Farrowfell:''Very exciting. I love the edible magic.''''I absolutely adored it.''''Highly recommended.''''A very entertaining, well plotted and fast paced story.''''The idea of edible magic was original and inspired.''''Hugely imaginative.''Welcome to a fantasy world where edible magic is the hottest commodity, traded between those who can pay or in the case of Jude Ripon, the youngest thief in Farrowfell those who can steal it! An epic debut series from a FAB Prize winner and British Book Award shortlistee. The Beast of Farrowfell is coming in May 2024!Twelve-year-old Jude Ripon has never been taken seriously by her family of magic-stealing masterminds. To them, she's just the youngest, only good for keeping watch while they carry out daring heists.Desperate to prove her worth, Jude decides to steal valuable magic from the fancie
£7.59
Penguin Young Readers The Islands of Elsewhere
Book SynopsisWith hints of magic and plenty of adventure, this seaside story of siblings on a hunt for treasure is just right for fans of The Penderwicks and The Vanderbeekers.Trade Review"In addition to the strong characterization and magical setting, the story weaves in realistic topics that many children will recognize from their own lives, including bullying, aging grandparents, and divorced parents, all the while validating their feelings . . . A charming family story with a touch of fairy-tale atmosphere." —Kirkus"Via a cozy, magic-dusted family story that features a bewitching setting, Fawcett creates endearing and affectionate characters with realistic tensions—especially between scientifically minded Bee and her more imaginative family members—whose individual strengths help solve the central mystery." —Publishers Weekly"Fawcett’s poignant story about imaginary worlds and very real problems, with its tongue-in-cheek nostalgic narration, is perfect for fans of Catherynne M. Valente and magical mysteries." —Booklist"Watching the sisters move from bickering to cooperation and back is a delight, and Fawcett has a knack for making even marine-life characters essential to the story, allowing the offbeat town to develop beyond its considerable quirkiness. Complicated topics (First Nations displacement, housing inequality, family feuds) don’t bog the narrative down, allowing the focus to remain on the core adventure and the bonds of sisterhood." —Horn Book"Relatable issues are presented honestly, including sibling issues, divorced parents co-parenting, and aging grandparents.VERDICT With well-developed characters, this will have readers rooting for a solution to Granddaddy’sproblems, while savoring the slightly spooky, heart-thumping fairy tale." —School Library Journal
£14.24
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Charlie Thorne and the Curse of Cleopatra
Book SynopsisIn this third installment of the New York Times bestselling Charlie Thorne series—which #1 New York Times bestselling author Chris Grabenstein called “a real page-burner”—Charlie tracks down Cleopatra’s greatest treasure in Egypt.Charlie Thorne is a genius. Charlie Thorne is a renegade. Charlie Thorne isn’t going down without a fight. After tracking down incredible discoveries by Einstein and Darwin, Charlie is back. This time, the great ruler Cleopatra has left behind an extremely valuable and powerful treasure, its location encoded on an ancient stone tablet. In 30 BCE, Cleopatra and her husband, Marc Antony, lost their war against Octavian for control of the Egyptian Empire. However, Cleopatra knew Octavian was really after the mysterious item that was the source of all her wealth and influence, so she hid it before dying by suicide. She left a series of devious clues behind for her children to find it, but they were lost to history…until now. In a breathless adventure that takes her across the globe, Charlie must fight for her life against ruthless enemies, match wits with Cleopatra, and solve the two-thousand-year-old mystery to prevent the most powerful treasure of the ancient world from falling into the wrong hands.
£8.54
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers The Naturals 1
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£10.44
Simon & Schuster Ltd Gold Medal Mysteries Thief on the Track
Book SynopsisJoin three sporting detectives as they race around the world in the brand new mystery adventure series from multi gold medal-winning Paralympian, Ellie Robinson. Hannah, Maria, and Seb are at the World Championships in Tokyo, bonding over their excitement at watching their favourite athletes compete. But Jesse Marks, a star runner on the US relay team has had his gold medal stolen! The sport park is alive with gossip and as the three new friends begin to investigate, several suspects begin to emerge. With time running out before the final race is run, can the detectives uncover who is out to sabotage the team? The race to solve the case is on in this twisting, action-packed look-behind-the-scenes at the world's biggest sporting event, with clues and illustrations throughout from James Lancett.
£7.59
Random House USA Inc The Big Flush
Book SynopsisA killer space toilet is hurtling toward Area 51, courtesy of a mystery traitor on base, and things are about to get messy if Sky and her friends can’t solve the case. Don’t miss book two in the Edgar Award nominated Area 51 Files series!“Epically fun!”—Max Brallier, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Kids on EarthSky Patel-Baum, Area 51’s latest arrival, thought she had finally figured out her strange new home. Sure, there are aliens everywhere, and her new BFF Elvis is from the planet Galzoria. But it turns out things can still get weirder. Because some special visitors just arrived with a warning: Area 51 is in danger!A hunk of space junk is headed right for the base! And it’s not just any hunk of junk! It’s a giant toilet! Even worse? A traitor on base is working with angry aliens to coordinate the attack.With one case already under their belts, Sky
£13.95
Random House USA Inc One of Us Is Back
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£13.78
Harperteen A Study in Drowning
£13.50
Scholastic Inc. The Dead Will Never Haunt Me Murder She Wrote 3
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£11.28
Hot Key Books Bad Things Happen Here
Book SynopsisA tense, emotional and addictive murder mystery thriller that uncovers the ugly side of paradise, the dark truths of privilege and what it means to lose the ones you love over and over again.
£7.59
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers The Hawthorne Legacy
Book SynopsisOVER 6 MILLION COPIES SOLD OF THE #1 BESTSELLING SERIES! Intrigue, riches, and romance abound in this thrilling sequel to the beloved bestselling The Inheritance GamesThe Inheritance Games ended with a bombshell, and now heiress Avery Grambs has to pick up the pieces and find the man who might hold the answers to all of her questions—including why Tobias Hawthorne left his entire fortune to Avery, a virtual stranger, rather than to his own daughters or grandsons. Thanks to a DNA test, Avery knows she’s not a Hawthorne by blood, but clues pile up hinting at a deeper connection to the family than she had ever imagined. As the mystery grows and the plot thickens, Grayson and Jameson, two of the enigmatic and magnetic Hawthorne grandsons, continue to pull Avery in different directions. And there are threats lurking around every corner, as adversaries emerge who will stop at nothing to see Avery out of the picture—by any means necessary. With nonstop action, aspirational jet-setting, Knives Out-like family intrigue, swoonworthy romance, and billions of dollars hanging in the balance, The Hawthorne Legacy will thrill Jennifer Lynn Barnes fans and new readers alike.**Don’t miss a moment of The Inheritance Games Saga, including the Grandest Game, the thrilling new series set in the world of the Inheritance Games. Reading them all? The ideal reading order is: The Inheritance Games, The Hawthorne Legacy, The Final Gambit, The Brothers Hawthorne, The Grandest Game, Games Untold, Glorious Rivals, and The Same Backward as Forward. Looking for more unputdownable reads from Jennifer Lynn Barnes? Check out The Naturals series (The Naturals, Killer Instinct, All In, Bad Blood, and the enovella, Twelve), The Debutantes duet (Little White Lies, Deadly Little Scandals), and The Lovely and the Lost.
£9.89
Disney Publishing Group Agent Stitch The Menace at the Mall
Book SynopsisFans of Dav Pilkey's Dog Man and Aaron Blabey's The Bad Guys will be excited to join Agent Stitch, the world's greatest alien detective, on a musical spy mission in Seoul, South Korea!Intergalactic agent Stitch and his friends have protected Earth from aliens before using teamwork, gadgets, and their individual quirks--but their beloved planet is in danger once again! In the latest entry in this highly illustrated, globe-trotting middle-grade series, Stitch, Lilo, Jumba, Pleakley, and Cobra Bubbles head to Seoul, South Korea, to confront another devious cohort of aliens. Along the way, they may just find allies in one of Seoul’s top K-Pop girl groups… Can Stitch combine the spy skills he’s learned with his love of music to stop the aliens before it’s too late?
£11.69
Simon & Schuster The Traitor's Blade
Book SynopsisChristopher’s homecoming takes a sinister turn when a murderous conspiracy is uncovered in this fifth novel of the award-winning Blackthorn Key series.Christopher, Tom, and Sally are back in London at last. Everyone is relieved at their return—the plague has ended, and the king, pleased with their service, offers a surprising reward. But trouble has followed them home... First, an old friend is ambushed and left for dead. Then an anonymous letter arrives at Blackthorn—a mysterious warning hidden inside a riddle and secret code. As Christopher and his friends begin to investigate, they soon discover they’ve stumbled upon a plot to kill the king...and anyone else who dares stand in the traitors’ way.
£9.49
Dtm Publishing LLC The Spooky Tree
£9.37
HarperCollins Publishers Inc This Savage Song
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£13.49
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Funjungle Mystery Madness Collection (Boxed
Book SynopsisFollow FunJungle’s resident zoo sleuth, Teddy Fitzroy, as he continues uncovering more wild mysteries in books four through six of Stuart Gibbs’s New York Times bestselling FunJungle series. Now available in a collectible paperback boxed set!When Teddy Fitzroy moved into FunJungle, the nation’s largest zoo, with his scientist parents, he expected things to be kind of quiet. There’d be the occasional elephant stampede and water balloon fight with the chimpanzees, of course, but he begins to realize that the zoo is far more exciting than he thought it was, and soon the mysteries at FunJungle are piling up...like when a panda goes missing, or a mountain lion gets blamed for dog murder, or a Tyrannosaurus rex skull is stolen. This hilarious boxed set includes: Panda-monium Lion Down Tyrannosaurus Wrecks
£22.94
Random House USA Inc Thats Snow Ghost ScoobyDoo
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£7.25
Peachtree Publishers,U.S. King & Kayla and the Case of the Gold Ring
Book SynopsisA latest series entry by the Geisel Honor-winning team finds King and Kayla helping their friend Asia, who has discovered that her new gold ring has gone missing after a day of playing in the snow. Simultaneous. Illustrations.
£6.99
Hyperion Willa of the Wood
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£9.02
