Children’s / Teenage fiction: Crime and mystery fiction
Random House Disney Super Animals Disney Zootopia
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£5.99
Random House Disney The Big Case Disney Zootopia
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£999.99
Random House/Disney Disney Agent Stitch The Trouble with Toothoids
£8.54
Random House/Disney Disney Agent Stitch A Case of Double Trouble
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£8.78
Random House USA Inc Holes
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£999.99
Capstone Cat Food Clues
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£999.99
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers The Enigma Game
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£10.44
Lerner Publishing Group Salamanders
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£9.63
Lerner Publishing Group Lets Look at Earthworms
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£12.25
Amazon Publishing Sherlock Bones and the Missing Cheese
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£12.99
INGRAM PUBLISHER SERVICES US FiveMinute Mysteries
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£16.68
Candlewick Press,U.S. Adam Canfield of the Slash
Book SynopsisBetween laughs, readers will be prompted to think — about what constitutes truth, how the media massages it, and the importance of ethics, fairness, and getting the facts right. — Publishers Weekly (starred review)Adam Canfield has to be the most overprogrammed middle-school student in America. So when super-organized Jennifer coaxes him to be coeditor of their school newspaper, The Slash, he wonders if he’s made a big mistake. But when a third-grader’s article leads to a big scoop, Adam and his fellow junior journalists rise to the challenge of receiving their principal’s wrath to uncover some scandalous secrets. From a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and New York Times columnist comes a funny, inspiring debut that sneaks in some lessons on personal integrity — and captures the rush that’s connected to the breaking of a really great story.
£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Triskellion 2 The Burning 02 Triskellion Cloth
Book SynopsisAs twins Rachel and Adam are pursued across Europe by terrifying forces, they realize they can trust no one — and must draw on their special powers to survive.After the shocking revelations in Triskellion, being guests of the Hope Project might seem like a relief. But Rachel and Adam soon figure out that they’re being held prisoner, and that the program has more sinister goals than archaeological research in mind. A hideous discovery at the funeral of their grandmother makes it clear that the teenagers must flee from England to Paris, Seville, and fi nally Morocco, evading not only their former benefactors but also the followers of The Englishman, a zombie-like fi gure with a frightening agenda of his own. It will take all of their special abilities and courage to stay alive until their journey reaches an explosive climax — and they unearth, on the North African coast, an ancient secret even more startling than the first.
£15.29
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Agency 2 The Body at the Tower 02 Agency
Book SynopsisMary’s second adventure as an undercover agent forces her to relive some harrowing childhood experiences as she seeks the identity of a murderer.Mary Quinn is back, now a trusted member of the Agency, the all-female detective unit operating out of Miss Scrimshaw’s Academy for Girls. Her new assignment sends her into the grimy underbelly of Victorian London dressed as a poor boy, evoking her own childhood memories of fear, hunger, and constant want. As she insinuates herself into the confidence of several persons of interest, she encounters others in desperate situations and struggles to make a difference without exposing — or losing — her identity. Mary’s adventure, which takes place on the building site of the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament, offers a fictional window into a fascinating historical time and place.
£15.75
Candlewick Press,U.S. Ruby Redfort Catch Your Death 3
Book SynopsisThere’s more to most things than meets the eye—or nose—as code-cracking, wisecracking girl detective Ruby Redfort discovers in her third adventure.Wild animals roaming around Twinford? Ruby Redfort has heard the rumors, but she doesn’t quite believe them. She’s got enough on her mind doing wilderness survival training with the secret agency Spectrum, and her bad eyesight isn’t helping. But as high society buzzes with news of a very exclusive perfume formula coming to town, and some priceless jewelry goes missing, Ruby begins to sense a sinister plot in the works. Can our favorite action hero sniff out the clues in time to keep Twinford safe from evil scents? Well, let’s say this is one of those times when you gotta forget the rules and follow your nose to survive.
£16.19
Candlewick Press,U.S. Ruby Redfort Blink and You Die
Book SynopsisGot a sixth sense for trouble? Read on, buster. Our favorite girl detective calls on her gut instincts in an exciting grand finale of the Ruby Redfort series.Ruby Redfort: you can count on her when the ice starts to crack. Falling through the air at 120 miles per hour? Just relax and think fast. But now even Ruby Redfort is running scared. A bunch of people want her dead, and worst of all, one of them is on her team. When your name is first on a mastermind’s hit list, do you lock the doors, switch off the lights, and wait for someone else to do something? Or do you get out there and save yourself? If you’re Ruby Redfort, genius code breaker and undercover agent, the choice is clear: death or glory. In a satisfying series finale, surprises are in store and Spectrum’s backstory comes to light as fans bid good-bye to Ruby Redfort, every smart kid’s smart kid.
£17.09
Candlewick Press,U.S. Wild Boy
Book SynopsisMurder mystery meets carnival flair in a rollicking Victorian adventure centered on a boy with a unique appearance — and unique gifts.In the seedy underworld of Victorian London, a boy is born and abandoned. Snatched up by an unscrupulous and abusive showman, Wild Boy, covered in hair from head to toe, becomes a sideshow freak. Isolated from other children and wickedly abused by the cruel master who bought him, Wild Boy becomes an avid observer, developing Sherlock Holmes–like deductive skills. Although he is tormented and insulted, kicked and spat at, his quick mind takes in everything he sees. When a murder occurs at the fair, Wild Boy is hastily accused. Can he use his powers of deduction to save himself? And will the talented and spunky young acrobat Clarissa be with him — or against him? Readers will be swept along by the cinematic pace, immersed in the vivid historical setting, and gripped by suspense as they wait to find out if a better fate coul
£999.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Radical
Book SynopsisDetermined to survive the crisis she’s sure is imminent, Bex is at a loss when her world collapses in the one way she hasn’t planned for.Preppers. Survivalists. Bex prefers to think of herself as a realist who plans to survive, but regardless of labels, they’re all sure of the same thing: a crisis is coming. And when it does, Bex will be ready. She’s planned exactly what to pack, she knows how to handle a gun, and she’ll drag her family to safety by force if necessary. When her older brother discovers Clearview, a group that takes survival just as seriously as she does, Bex is intrigued. While outsiders might think they’re a delusional doomsday group, she knows there’s nothing crazy about being prepared. But Bex isn’t prepared for Lucy, who is soft and beautiful and hates guns. As her brother’s involvement with some of the members of Clearview grows increasingly alarming and all the pieces of Bex’s life become m
£16.19
Candlewick Press,U.S. Digby ODay and the Great Diamond Robbery
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£11.69
Candlewick Press,U.S. How Watson Learned the Trick A Sherlock Holmes
Book SynopsisMarvel over this exact replica of a miniature book created for Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, in print for the very first time!In this original Sherlock Holmes story, the famous detective’s faithful sidekick, Watson, tries to mimic Holmes’s mastery of the art of deduction—with amusing results.
£20.00
Candlewick Press Timmy Failure Now Look What Youve Done 2
Book Synopsis“Puns, plays-on-words, and clever comedic timing will result in laugh-out-loud moments.” —School Library JournalThe clueless, comically self-confident detective Timmy Failure is about to crack the biggest case of his generation: a school competition to find a stolen globe. But someone is clearly trying to game the system. Hoodwink. Con. Defraud. Timmy, with the dubious help of his lazy polar bear sidekick, Total, must avenge the shenanigans, defeat the injustice—and get an entry form in on time.
£9.32
Candlewick Press,U.S. Ruby Redfort Catch Your Death
Book Synopsis“The latest Ruby Redfort adventure features Child’s trademark wit, with clever allusions to popular culture, gentle digs at out-of-it parents, and a complex yet accessible plot.” — BooklistWild animals roaming around Twinford? Wisecracking Ruby Redfort has heard the rumors, though she doesn’t quite believe them. But as high society buzzes with news of a very exclusive perfume formula coming to town and some priceless jewelry goes missing, Ruby begins to sense a sinister plot in the works. Can our favorite action hero sniff out the clues in time to keep Twinford safe from evil scents? Well, let’s just say this is one of those times when you gotta forget the rules and follow your nose to survive.
£7.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. A Prince Without a Kingdom Vango Book Two
Book Synopsis“Rich in mysteries, enlivened by surprises, and suffused with suspense. It is so beautifully wrought, it reminds us why we love to read, and there can be no higher praise.” — Booklist (starred review)Vango has been in danger for as long as he can remember. The second half of Timothée de Fombelle’s epic adventure follows its dashing hero through the years between World Wars and across Europe as he flees dark forces and unfounded accusations. Narrow escapes, near misses, and a dash of romantic intrigue will rivet adventurous teens to their seats as Vango continues to unravel the mysteries of his past. In the shadow of a rapidly changing world, can Vango find those who have hunted him for so long and uncover his true identity?
£9.49
Candlewick Press,U.S. Smashie McPerter and the Shocking Rocket Robbery
Book SynopsisA field trip to the planetarium goes awry when Dontel’s technically correct picture of a working rocket is stolen. Can Smashie solve the trickiest mystery yet?Smashie McPerter and her classmates from Room 11 are going on a field trip to the planetarium! Nobody is more excited than Smashie’s best friend, Dontel, who dreams of becoming an astrophysicist. In fact, Dontel has even created an accurate drawing of a working rocket, piloted by his and Smashie’s favorite action figure, Brainyon. In a surprise move, Dontel’s grandmother, who’s chaperoning, brings the rocket drawing with her to enter into the planetarium’s science contest. But in a shocking turn of events, the drawing goes missing before they get there! Smashie is on the case (luckily she brought an array of interesting hats to help get into character). But the suspect list keeps growing—prankster Billy, who prefers the Haddock over Brainyon; tight-lipped Tatiana, who’
£15.29
Candlewick Press,U.S. Born Scared
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£15.29
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Turnkey of Highgate Cemetery
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£999.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Timmy Failure The Cat Stole My Pants 6
Book SynopsisIn the sixth book in Stephan Pastis’s hilarious series, Timmy is being threatened and must rely on his new partner to solve the mystery — and possibly save his life! Timmy is in Key West, Florida, ostensibly for the honeymoon of his mother and Doorman Dave — if they even got married, which Timmy doubts. Unfortunately for Timmy, crime doesn’t take a vacation. And because Total has fled to Cuba seeking political asylum, Timmy must rely on a new partner for help: Doorman Dave’s nephew Emilio. Meanwhile, a surprise newcomer shows up in Timmy’s life and, as if things couldn’t get more hectic, Timmy’s pants have been stolen by a six-toed cat.
£13.49
Baker Publishing Group The Mandie Collection
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£19.68
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Grandfathers Secret
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£11.39
Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Lost Race Car A Fox and Goat Mystery Fox and
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThese are such great books! The digital artwork is bright, bold, and eye-catching. The question and answer pattern to each spread invites kids to think, explore, and solve the mysteries as they go, and offers the chance to talk about other colors/textures/sizes/shapes on the pages. Once again, sharp-eyed readers will notice the race car lingering around as they get closer to solving the case. -- Rosemary Kiladitis, Mom Read It
£11.39
Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Missing Bouncy Ball A Fox and Goat Mystery
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAlthough adults may have to explain the trope, Fox and Goat are clearly decked out as detectives, in trench coat and fedora and equipped with magnifying glass and binoculars, but author Misti Kenison pokes a little fun at their stereotypical ratiocinations: ace sleuths Fox and Goat may know what is NOT Emma's bouncy ball, but it takes Benji the Dog's nose to find the missing object. Keniston's appendix, "What Were the Clues to Find the Bouncy Ball?" includes graphics for shape, color, and size, and that quintessential quality--bounciness. This concept book offers many teaching opportunities for parents, teachers, and tots, including the idea of a process of elimination which is "elementary, my dear Watson! -- Books for Kids BlogThese are such great books! The digital artwork is bright, bold, and eye-catching. The question and answer pattern to each spread invites kids to think, explore, and solve the mysteries as they go, and offers the chance to talk about other colors/textures/sizes/shapes on the pages. -- Rosemary Kiladitis, Mom Read It
£11.39
Tor Teen To Catch a Killer
Book SynopsisA twisty, cold-case mystery custom made for fans of Sara Shepard, PLL and Veronica Mars! The edge-of-your-seat plot, sinister backstory and smart, brave and irreverent main character made this whodunit unputdownable.Justine Magazine In To Catch a Killer, a contemporary mystery by debut author Sheryl Scarborough, a teenage girl uses forensic science to solve the cold-case murder of her mother. Erin Blake has one of those names. A name that is inextricably linked to a grisly crime. As a toddler, Erin survived for three days alongside the corpse of her murdered mother, and the casewhich remains unsolvedfascinated a nation. Her father''s identity unknown, Erin was taken in by her mother''s best friend and has become a relatively normal teen in spite of the looming questions about her past.Fourteen years later, Erin is once again at the center of a brutal homicide when she finds the body of her biology teacher. When questioned by the pol
£13.01
Kensington Publishing Bone Rattle
Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author Marc Cameron, best known for his propulsive Tom Clancy thrillers, delivers an atmospheric adventure novel set in the frigid hinterlands of Alaska – where corruption and murder meet.“Cameron’s books are riveting page-turners.” —Mark Greaney, #1 New York Times bestselling author In the icy heart of Alaska, a series of gruesome murders leads Deputy US Marshal Arliss Cutter into a firestorm of searing corruption, clashing cultures, and bone-chilling fear. . . . In Juneau, a young Native archeologist is sent to protect the ancient burial sites uncovered by an Alaskan gold mining company. He never returns. In Anchorage, a female torso is washed ashore near a jogging trail by the airport. It is not the first. At Alaska’s Fugitive Task Force, Arliss Cutter and deputy Lola Teariki are pulled from their duties and sen
£11.24
Moody Publishers Ten Minutes of Home
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£14.71
Moody Publishers Lost Campers The
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£7.88
Moody Publishers Sugar Creek Gang 5 Chicago Adventure
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£7.78
Walker & Company Hysteria
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£10.44
Bloomsbury Publishing USA Last Good Day of the Year
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£9.69
Bloomsbury U.S.A. Children's Books Captain Raptor and the Moon Mystery
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£16.99
Random House USA Inc The Mystery of the Missing Lion Precious Ramotswe
Book SynopsisA detective in the wild. Young Precious gets a very special treat. She gets a trip to visit her Aunty Bee at a safari camp. While there she makes a new friend, a boy named Khumo, and meets an actor-lion named Teddy, who is starring in a film. When Teddy disappears, Khumo and Precious will brave hippos and crocodiles as they search for the missing lion. With a Reader's Guide
£7.59
Random House Children's Books The Animal Shelter Mystery 22 Boxcar Children
Book SynopsisWhen the Greenfield Animal Shelter suddenly closes, the Boxcar Children help care for the abandoned animals. They soon discover that many of them belonged to a woman who has disappeared! Can the Aldens track down the missing pet owner and find homes for their furry friends?
£6.99
Random House Children's Books Benny Uncovers a Mystery 19 Boxcar Children
Book SynopsisFour brave siblings were searching for a home – and found a life of adventure! Join the Boxcar Children as they investigate a department store mystery in this illustrated chapter book series beloved by generations of readers.When Benny and Henry get summer jobs at a department store in town, they don't expect to be solving mysteries at work. But when an expensive vase disappears, the salespeople receive strange notes, and the jewelry display is tampered with, it's up to Benny to uncover the truth!What started as a single story about the Alden Children has delighted readers for generations and sold more than 80 million books worldwide. Featuring timeless adventures, mystery, and suspense, The Boxcar Children® series continues to inspire children to learn, question, imagine, and grow.
£6.99
Random House Children's Books The Khipu and the Final Key 5 Boxcar Children
Book SynopsisIn this all-new very special miniseries, the Aldens have been recruited by a secret society to return lost artifacts and treasures to their rightful locationsâall around the world! The final leg of the Aldens' journey brings them to South America and to the Salt Flats in northern Argentina. But when they hit a dead end, they realize someone has tricked them in order to delay their plans! Returning to Buenos Aires, the Aldens connect with the Silvertons and are able to get back on track. But it is clear their rivals are closer than ever. The Aldens' final artifact is their most delicate yetâa rare orange orchid they must return to Machu Picchu in Peru. With the stakes higher than ever, the Aldens make a shocking discovery about the Silvertons and the Argents. Will the Boxcar Children be able to use what they've learned to return the final Reddimus artifact intact?
£7.23
Albert Whitman & Company Journey on a Runaway Train 1 Boxcar Children
Book SynopsisIn this all-new very special mini-series, the Aldens have been recruited by a secret society to return lost artifacts and treasures to their rightful locationsâall around the world! After finding a painted turtle figurine, the Aldens are introduced to the Silverton family and Reddimus Society, a secret guild whose mission is to return lost artifacts and treasures to the sites they were taken from. The Aldens board a private train to New Mexico to return the turtle to its original home, and they encounter enemies of Reddimus along the way! The trip is a successâbut instead of returning home, there's a last-minute change in plans. The Boxcar Children must continue the mission for the society and deliver more things, all around the globe!
£11.69
Random House Children's Books Bicycle Mystery
Book SynopsisFour young people find a lost pedigreed dog on a bicycle trip and, while trying to find its home, run into dog thieves
£6.99
Random House Children's Books Blue Bay Mystery
Book SynopsisThe Aldens find a castaway on a South Sea island. How did he get there and who is he?
£6.99
Random House Children's Books The Sword of the Silver Knight 103 Boxcar
Book SynopsisA Medieval Fair has come to town, and the Aldens get grandfather's permission to volunteer their time. Benny becomes a page to the Silver Knight, a top suspect when the valuable antique sword used in the fair goes missing. But the pompous King Richard, who tends to forget that heâs an actor and not a real king, seems to think the sword belongs to him. And the beautiful Princess Annabel may also have something to hide. Can the Boxcar Children find the sword and solve the mystery before the fair moves on to Silver City?
£999.99
Random House Children's Books Caboose Mystery
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£8.11
