Marsh Road Mysteries: Diamonds and Daggers

Name: Marsh Road Mysteries: Diamonds and Daggers
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781408847527
Price: 16.99 NZD
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By Elen Caldecott

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Summary

Marsh Road Mysteries: Diamonds and Daggers by Elen Caldecott follows a group of young detectives on an exciting adventure. When a valuable diamond disappears during a glitzy event, the determined friends team up to unravel the truth behind the theft. Set against a backdrop of suspense and intrigue, this children's mystery book delivers a thrilling narrative filled with clever clues and unexpected twists.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy an exciting children's mystery filled with intrigue and suspense. It features a gripping story where a group of friends become amateur detectives to solve an intriguing case involving lost treasures. Perfect for young readers who love adventures and stories about friendship and clever problem-solving.

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Description

Meet Piotr, Minnie, Andrew, Flora, and Sylvie – true friends and even better mystery-solvers!

Hollywood sensation Betty Massino has come to star in the theatre down the road, and Piotr and his friends, Andrew and Minnie, couldn’t be more excited! But when the famous actress’s hugely expensive diamond necklace goes missing, Piotr’s dad, a security guard at the theatre, becomes a prime suspect. Soon, Piotr faces the very real threat of being sent 'home' to Poland. With the help of Sylvie and her twin sister Flora, can Piotr, Andrew, and Minnie solve the crime, or will they lose Piotr forever?

This is the first in a fantastic new series filled with friendship, adventure, and mystery!

Perfect for fans of Lauren St John, Marsh Road Mysteries: Diamonds and Daggers is the new mystery adventure series by Waterstones Book Prize shortlisted author Elen Caldecott.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

These lively and warm-hearted stories captivate with their tales of ordinary children tackling extraordinary mysteries. The narrative is enriched with themes of family, friendship, and adventure, providing a delightful reading experience for young audiences.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408847527

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 February 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Childrens Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 240

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Elen Caldecott Young Adult Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

Elen Caldecott graduated with an MA in Writing for Young People from Bath Spa University and is now the author of six children's novels. Before becoming a writer, she was an archaeologist, a nurse, a theatre usher and a museum security guard. Her debut novel, How Kirsty Jenkins Stole the Elephant, was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and longlisted for the Carnegie Medal. Elen lives in Bristol with her husband and their dog.

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