Children’s / Teenage fiction: Crime and mystery fiction
Greenleaf Book Group LLC Winter of the Wolf
Book SynopsisA tragic mystery blending detective work & spirituality. An exploration in grief, suicide, spiritualism, and Inuit culture, Winter of the Wolf follows Bean as she searches for the truth of her brother Sam's ""suicide."" Unconvinced her loving brother could commit such an act without warning, Bean pulls herself from her grief to become a part-time detective and shaman. With assistance from her friend Julie, Bean retraces Sam's steps and delves into his Inuit beliefs, seeking clues from beyond material understanding. Both tragic and heart-warming, this twisting young adult novel will not only have readers diving deep into the customs of native peoples, but also gaining a greater understanding of the effects of suicide and loss. Bean is an empathetic and driven fifteen-year-old who readers will quickly gravitate toward and follow as she struggles with family tragedy, high school drama, and understanding the people around her. Through Bean's eyes, Winter of the Wolf urges readers to seek out the truth-no matter how painful-in order to see the full picture. An environmentalist and award-winning author, Martha Handler has brought together two important pieces of her life-the death of her best friend's son and her work as president of the Wolf Conservation Centre-to craft an empathetic and powerful story with undeniable messages. Martha's passionate debut novel will capture the hearts of a young audience.
£14.72
Jolly Fish Press Ollie Oxley and the Ghost: The Search for Lost
Book SynopsisTwelve-year-old Ollie Oxley is moving-again. His mom is starting another new job, this time at the Bingham Theater in Granite City, California. Moving all the time means Ollie has struggled in the making friends department, but he quickly connects with a boy named Teddy. To Ollie''s surprise, though, his first friend in town is a little more . . . unique than those he''s made in the past. Teddy is a ghost. Befriending someone who lived during the famous California Gold Rush sure does make things interesting for Ollie. But when the school bully, Aubrey, targets Ollie and it looks like the Bingham Theater might close, the stakes couldn''t be higher. Can Teddy and Ollie work together to take down Aubrey, save his mom''s job, and solve a mystery years in the making?
£12.34
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Lab Mice Heist
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£23.79
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Lab Mice Heist
Book SynopsisMs. Abaza''s fifth-grade class is beyond excited when she brings in live mice for them to care for. The students spend the day thinking up names for their new furry friends. Should they be named after soccer players or computer scientists? The possibilities are endless! Yet when the students arrive the next day, the mouse cage is empty.Did an animal-loving vegan set the mice free? Or were they mouse-napped by a body spray-spritzing villainess who hates how they smell? Maybe they were actually million-dollar mice, stolen by crime bosses for their high value. Unless they mutated, developed superpowers, and escaped on their own . . . Mice don''t just disappear, right?Crack open a What Happened? book to investigate a preposterous mystery from four different perspectives. See what the witnesses get right . . . and what they get hilariously wrong. Bet you'll never guess what really happened!
£8.54
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Math Test Mischief
Book SynopsisIt''s April Fools'' Day at Harwington Middle School. The eighth graders are on guard for mischief, waiting to see who can top last year''s classic white-toothpaste-filled-Oreos prank. But fake cockroaches are one thing. Missing math testsand the threat of having to retake the test the following day-are something else.Who could have stolen those tests? Was it a slacker trying to force a retest? Or a lovesick boy hoping to protect a crush from a bad grade? How about a jealous teammate trying to frame the competition? Unless it was the prankster of all pranksters, trying to outdo himself in his last year of middle school. . . .Crack open a What Happened? book to investigate a preposterous mystery from four different perspectives. See what the witnesses get right . . . and what they get hilariously wrong. Bet you'll never guess what really happened!
£23.79
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Math Test Mischief
Book SynopsisIt''s April Fools'' Day at Harwington Middle School. The eighth graders are on guard for mischief, waiting to see who can top last year''s classic white-toothpaste-filled-Oreos prank. But fake cockroaches are one thing. Missing math testsand the threat of having to retake the test the following day-are something else.Who could have stolen those tests? Was it a slacker trying to force a retest? Or a lovesick boy hoping to protect a crush from a bad grade? How about a jealous teammate trying to frame the competition? Unless it was the prankster of all pranksters, trying to outdo himself in his last year of middle school. . . .Crack open a What Happened? book to investigate a preposterous mystery from four different perspectives. See what the witnesses get right . . . and what they get hilariously wrong. Bet you'll never guess what really happened!
£8.54
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Sandwich Shenanigans
Book SynopsisSam Witt''s sandwich was a marvel on a plate. The sandwich to end all sandwiches. If life were a movie, there''d have been trumpets and drums playing as Sam paraded his delicious STEAM fair project into class. But not more than two hours after the breathtaking wonder''s arrival at school, the king of all sandwiches was missing.Was it taken hostage by a jealous rival? Swallowed by a runaway tiger? Beamed up to space by alien invaders? Polished off by a rogue substitute teacher whose eyes were bigger than her poor groaning belly? Or was it something else entirely . . . ?Crack open a What Happened? book to investigate a preposterous mystery from four different perspectives. See what the witnesses get right . . . and what they get hilariously wrong. Bet you'll never guess what really happened!
£23.79
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Sandwich Shenanigans
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£8.54
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Stage Two Hullabaloo
Book SynopsisThe Quetlock Quavers have reached the pinnacle of their middle school careers: the statewide Music and Variety Talent Contest. They've drafted Bert Bishop, retired music teacher and bassist extraordinaire, for an important solo at the start of their opening piece. Rehearsals go off without a hitch, yet when the orchestra takes its place on Stage Two to begin its set, everyone is there except for Bert.Was he ferried away aboard another orchestra's bus? Maybe he was a casualty of an amateur magician's trick. Did the dodgy tuna sandwich he ate finally do him in? Unless it was the performance hall's resident ghost . . . He couldn't have just vanished, could he?Crack open a What Happened? book to investigate a preposterous mystery from four different perspectives. See what the witnesses get right . . . and what they get hilariously wrong. Bet you'll never guess what really happened!
£23.79
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Stage Two Hullabaloo
Book SynopsisThe Quetlock Quavers have reached the pinnacle of their middle school careers: the statewide Music and Variety Talent Contest. They've drafted Bert Bishop, retired music teacher and bassist extraordinaire, for an important solo at the start of their opening piece. Rehearsals go off without a hitch, yet when the orchestra takes its place on Stage Two to begin its set, everyone is there except for Bert.Was he ferried away aboard another orchestra's bus? Maybe he was a casualty of an amateur magician's trick. Did the dodgy tuna sandwich he ate finally do him in? Unless it was the performance hall's resident ghost . . . He couldn't have just vanished, could he?Crack open a What Happened? book to investigate a preposterous mystery from four different perspectives. See what the witnesses get right . . . and what they get hilariously wrong. Bet you'll never guess what really happened!
£8.54
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Fitness Fiasco
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£23.79
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Fitness Fiasco
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£8.54
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Showtime Sabotage
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£23.79
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Showtime Sabotage
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£8.54
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Switchback Switcheroo
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£23.79
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Switchback Switcheroo
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£8.54
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Trojan Horse Trouble
Book SynopsisToday is the grandest of all sixth-grade days at Marcy G. Middleton Middle School: the Great Ancient Greece Extravaganza. So far, it's a herculean success, with kids wrapped in bedsheets performing onstage, a backdrop of Mount Olympus standing tall, and a giant cardboard Trojan horse ready to roll. But when the mighty stallion makes its debut onstage, Spartans are left speechless by the Great Trojan . . . Chicken?How, exactly, was the horse transformed? Did a competitive set designer or rival baseball team vandalize it? Perhaps the high school theater teacher introduced this challenge to test the students' acting skills. Or maybe this is all just a bad dream . . .Crack open a What Happened? book to investigate a preposterous mystery from four different perspectives. See what the witnesses gets right . . . and what they get hilariously wrong. Bet you''ll never guess what really happened!
£23.79
Jolly Fish Press What Happened? Trojan Horse Trouble
Book SynopsisToday is the grandest of all sixth-grade days at Marcy G. Middleton Middle School: the Great Ancient Greece Extravaganza. So far, it's a herculean success, with kids wrapped in bedsheets performing onstage, a backdrop of Mount Olympus standing tall, and a giant cardboard Trojan horse ready to roll. But when the mighty stallion makes its debut onstage, Spartans are left speechless by the Great Trojan . . . Chicken?How, exactly, was the horse transformed? Did a competitive set designer or rival baseball team vandalize it? Perhaps the high school theater teacher introduced this challenge to test the students' acting skills. Or maybe this is all just a bad dream . . .Crack open a What Happened? book to investigate a preposterous mystery from four different perspectives. See what the witnesses gets right . . . and what they get hilariously wrong. Bet you''ll never guess what really happened!
£8.54
North Star Editions My Whole Truth
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£12.34
North Star Editions Phantom Finders: The Case of the Lost Ticket
Book SynopsisAbby and Theo have the coolest family. Rather than gather at barbeques or plan beach vacations, the Winstons investigate the spooky stories and unsolved mysteries of their town, Murky Creek. Grandpa Winston started the tradition, and now he’s passing it on to Abby and Theo! When odd goings-on and suspicious happenings plague the citizens of Murky Creek, it’s up to the two kids to dig up clues and crack the case before things get any creepier.
£12.99
North Star Editions Phantom Finders: The Case of the Peculiar
Book SynopsisAbby and Theo have the coolest family. Rather than gather at barbeques or plan beach vacations, the Winstons investigate the spooky stories and unsolved mysteries of their town, Murky Creek. Grandpa Winston started the tradition, and now he’s passing it on to Abby and Theo! When odd goings-on and suspicious happenings plague the citizens of Murky Creek, it’s up to the two kids to dig up clues and crack the case before things get any creepier.
£12.99
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Death Sets Sail
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£999.99
Quirk Books Stars, Hide Your Fires
Book SynopsisAs an expert thief from a minor moon, Cass knows a good mark when she sees one. The emperor s ball is her chance to steal a fortune for herself, her ailing father, and her scrappy crew of thieves and market vendors. Her plan is simple: Hitch a ride to the planet of Ouris, the dazzling heart of the empire. Sneak onto the royal palace station to attend the emperor s ball. Steal from the rich, the royal, and the insufferable. But when the emperor is found dead, everyone in the palace is a suspect and someone is setting Cass up to take the fall. To clear her name, Cass must work with an unlikely ally: a gorgeous and mysterious rebel with her own reasons for being on the station. Together, they unravel a secret that could change the fate of the empire.Trade Review“Rich with inviting detail, this genre-blending adventure smorgasbord features socially conscious commentary regarding financial disparity and an intricate plot that’s equal parts sci-fi, murder mystery, and fast-paced thriller. A sweet, gently played romance and a widely utilized, intersectionally diverse cast add nuance to Best’s tantalizing debut.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review“Descriptive worldbuilding, inventive and gender-inclusive slang and symbolism, a vividly drawn cast, and fast-paced banter are joined by nonstop action and twisty revelations…a high-stakes murder-mystery science-fiction thrill ride; great fun.”—Kirkus Reviews “A clever, lighthearted tone and the banter-filled attraction between Cass and Amaris balance off-the-page violence and dark intentions…satisfying and inspiring.”—Booklist“If a queer sci-fi romp where you have no idea who to trust but you do know whose faces you want to smush together and scream “Kiss!!!!” sounds like your jam, this is definitely the new release for you.”—Smart Bitches Trashy Books“The author creates a wondrous fantasy universe.”—Buffalo News“With lush worldbuilding, high stakes, and a page-turning mystery, Stars, Hide Your Fires is impossible to put down. Brilliantly crafted and delightfully fast-paced.”—Rachael Lippincott, #1 New York Times bestselling co-author of She Gets the Girl“A delightfully mischievous adventure full of intrigue, betrayal, and a touch of romance. Get ready to join your new favorite rebel crew.”—Dahlia Adler, author of Cool for the Summer“A delightful and gripping space mystery with twists and more twists; a charming and unlikely detective team; an adorable, bantery romance; and an extravagant sci-fi ball! I thoroughly enjoyed this fun romp of a read!”—Vanessa Len, author of Only a Monster“An astonishing work of young adult science fiction. Electric, unflinching characters grip the reader from page one and refuse to let go, hurtling headfirst into a story shot through with unmatched worldbuilding and a murder mystery for the (space) ages.”—Zoe Hana Mikuta, author of Gearbreakers“Succession meets space in this twist-filled examination of the impact of imperial war across social classes—and the idealistic revolutionary and jaded con artist forging a delightful sapphic love story along the way. Jessica Mary Best doesn't hide her fire in this engaging novel.”—Miel Moreland, author of It Goes Like This and Something Like Possible“A twisty and propulsive spectacle full of banter and ballgowns. Stars, Hide Your Fires is the sapphic murder mystery in space of my dreams! This glittering space opera is sure to delight fans of Beth Revis and Amie Kauffman.”—Rosiee Thor, author of Tarnished Are the Stars“An edge-of-your-seat genre-bender with a ton of heart! Can't wait to read what Best writes next!”—Alechia Dow, author of The Sound of Stars
£17.99
Cormorant Books,Canada Live to Tell
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£8.54
Cormorant Books,Canada Swept Away: Ruth Mornay and the Unwanted Clues
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£7.99
Dcb Young Readers Shamus the Urban Rez Dog, P.I.
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£7.99
Dcb Young Readers 40 Days in Hicksville
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£7.99
Great Plains Publications Ltd Peanut Butter and Chaos: The Mythic Adventures of
Book SynopsisWhen twelve-year-old Sam is struck by a bolt of lightning out of a clear blue sky, he suddenly sees everything in pixels. His life is further upended by Flum, a non-binary being from a parallel world, a missing neighbour, and astonishing powers that may not last long. Science and magic collide as Sam races to solve a mystery and help Flum return home. But what happens when solving one mystery sparks another? Peanut Butter and Chaos is a middle grade fantasy grounded in science.
£8.06
Great Plains Publications Ltd Peanut Butter and Pandemonium
Book SynopsisOn Goat Loops, in the realm of Niff, Sam learns a scary new truth about the Son of the Solstice prophecy, one his long-absent mother had neglected to tell him. Not only is he destined to fight an ancient sorcerer, but it will result in his certain death. As Sam’ s powers grow, he and his half-giant friend chase mysterious no-magicpockets, battle annoying, bitey dokkas, and look for a way to save the worlds— and his own skin.
£8.96
Nosy Crow Ltd Clifftoppers: The Arrowhead Moor Adventure
Book SynopsisFor Aiden, Chloe, Ava and Josh, holidays at their grandparents' cottage mean wild beaches, no curfew, Bella the dog, and most of all - adventure! A picnic at a stately home takes a suspicious turn when the cousins discover a jewel heist unfolding around them. But how can they take down a gang of clever thieves when all they've got is their bikes and a very risky plan? By being braver, smarter, and sneakier than the villains they're chasing. . .Fleur Hitchcock is famous for her excellent "thrillers for beginners". This action-packed series takes 7+ readers on fantastic, realistic adventures.Cover illustration by Tom Clohosy Cole.Don't miss the other Clifftoppers adventures!The Thorn Island AdventureThe Fire Bay AdventureThe Frost Castle AdventureLook out for Fleur Hitchcock's stories for older readers:Dear ScarlettSaving SophiaMurder In MidwinterMurder At TwilightThe Boy Who Flew
£8.23
David Fickling Books Emily Lime - Librarian Detective: The Pencil Case
Book SynopsisIt's a new term at St Rita's School for Spirited Girls, and there are new mysteries for Emily, Daphne and George to solve! Who has stolen a painting from Pilkington Art Gallery? (And why? It's not even a very good one!) How can they get rid of a new headmistress who threatens the very future of the library? And why are there cows all over the sports field? Expect the unexpected as Emily Lime investigates!Trade ReviewBlends Enid Blyton's Malory Towers stories with a touch of Sherlock Holmes. Deliciously funny and a must for mystery fans * The Week Jr, praise for the Emily Lime series *Daring tale of mischief * Scotsman, praise for the Emily Lime series *This sniggeringly funny, totally deadpan book is a joy to read * BookTrust, praise for the Emily Lime series *Dave Shelton's illustrations capture the spirit of the story perfectly * Julia Eccleshare, praise for the Emily Lime series *
£999.99
Head of Zeus The Key to Finding Jack
Book SynopsisFlick's big brother, Jack, goes missing in Peru and she is desperate to find him. But can she solve the greatest mystery of all: who Jack really is? A heartwarming, third novel from Waterstones Prize shortlisted author, Ewa Jozefkowicz, about the unbreakable bond between siblings. Twelve-year-old Flick adores Jack and loves solving puzzles with him. But Jack is soon to flee the family nest and Flick worries she'll lose her partner in crime. During his gap year in Peru, tragedy strikes when an earthquake devastates the region and no one knows what has happened to Jack. Flick and her family are thrown into the horrible unknown.She finds a key on a fine gold chain and a note with the initials SF in his room, and clings to the hope that SF (whoever that is) might hold the clue to finding her brother. When she sets out to uncover the identity of its owner, she meets new friends, rekindles a special relationship and discovers a whole new side to Jack. Intriguing clues from a legend about Inca gold, to a key with magical powers help her along the way.Featuring a story within a story and a mystery to solve, The Key to Finding Jack, is about sacrifice and courage, the riches of family, friendship and the power of living life to the full.Trade Review'I thoroughly enjoyed Ewa Jozefkowicz's latest novel about family, friendship and listening – to others as well as the inner voice that both chides and encourages ... The Key to Finding Jack is full of tantalising clues and hidden facts ... A brilliant read and an author to watch!' Alison Brumwell, Chair of CILIP Youth Libraries Group.'Jozefkowicz writes wonderfully about family, friendship and self discovery' The Bookseller.'Heartwarming, life-affirming and a wonderful page-turner' Chris Soul, children's book reviewer.'The plot has been carefully and skilfully crafted to be a story within a story ... It is so refreshing to find a well-written powerful standalone story for young adults that I hope it will be widely read and enjoyed' The School Librarian.
£999.99
Dragon Hill Publishing Yukon Gold Mystery
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£7.99
Mogzilla Krow Twins: Da Finchi Code
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£6.95
Rupa Publications India Pvt Ltd. Classic Tales for Children: Mystery Stories
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£7.19
Chesapeake Press Snake in the Grass
£16.16
HarperCollins Publishers Second Sight Book 3 Circle of Three
Book SynopsisEnter the world of wicca: mysterious, dramatic and empowering, Wicca is the practice of modern-day witchcraft.
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Deep End Special Agents
Book SynopsisNew cutting-edge, fast-paced crime series that puts young people at the heart of the action. Strong characters, believable dialogue, authentic locations and compelling plots delivering maximum excitement for the young adult market.Trade ReviewThis is the most exciting book we’ve read for ages – a stunt-packed gem!Blush As detective stories go, this is really gripping stuff.Mizz
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Countdown Special Agents 3 Book 3
Book SynopsisThe third title in this thrilling new crime series that puts young people at the heart of the action. Strong characters, believable dialogue, authentic locations and compelling plots delivering maximum excitement for the young adult market.
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Final Shot Book 2 Special Agents
Book SynopsisSecond title in this cutting-edge crime series for teenage readers. Three teenage protagonists in the elite PIC unit of Special Branch, fight crime on the streets of London.
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Kiss and Kill Book 4 Special Agents
Book SynopsisThe fourth title in this thrilling new crime series that puts young people at the heart of the action. Strong characters, believable dialogue, authentic locations and compelling plots delivering maximum excitement for the young adult market.
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Meltdown Book 6 Special Agents
Book SynopsisThe sixth title in this thrilling adventure series about three teenagers tackling crime on the streets of London. A city-wide crime ring, a hidden and deadly enemy and a threat to every officer in the team: Danny, Alex and Maddie face their most challenging mission yet.Trade ReviewPraise for Deep End This is the most exciting book we’ve read for ages – a stunt-packed gem!Blush As detective stories go, this is really gripping stuff.Mizz Praise for Final Shot You won’t be able to put it down!Shout
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers THUNDER RAKER Book 1 Agent Alfie
Book SynopsisA hilarious new series for younger readers, following the misadventures of an ordinary boy at an extraordinary school for young spies…
£9.37
HarperCollins Publishers The Third Pig Detective Agency The Complete Casebook
Book SynopsisThe collected hard-boiled cases of nursery rhyme-noir with Detective Harry Pigg. Contains The Third Pig Detective, The Ho Ho Ho Mystery and The Curds and Whey Mystery.Trade ReviewReviews of THE THIRD PIG DETECTIVE AGENCY ‘This is undoubtedly the most whimsical hardboiled detective novel ever written, and it's utterly delightful.’ MATT REES ‘The Third Pig Detective Agency is a wonderful pastiche of noir-ish detective stories like The Maltese Falcon. The design is an absolute gem, with coffee stains on some pages and a genuinely vintage looking cover.’ www.culch.ie ‘A cross between Chinatown and all the fairy tales you've ever read.’ LIMERICK LEADER
£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers The Glass Slipper Academy
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Seer of Shadows
Book SynopsisHorace Carpetine does not believe in ghosts.Raised to believe in science and reason, Horace Carpetine passes off spirits as superstition. Then he becomes an apprentice photographer and discovers an eerie—and even dangerous—supernatural power in his very own photographs.When a wealthy lady orders a portrait to place by her daughter''s gravesite, Horace''s employer, Enoch Middleditch, schemes to sell her more pictures—by convincing her that her daughter''s ghost has appeared in the ones he''s already taken. It''s Horace''s job to create images of the girl. Yet Horace somehow captures the girl''s spirit along with her likeness. And when the spirit escapes the photographs, Horace discovers he''s released a ghost bent on a deadly revenge. . . .
£7.99
HarperCollins Behind the Curtain
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£8.95
HarperCollins Take Me to the River
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£8.95
