Libby and the Parisian Puzzle

Name: Libby and the Parisian Puzzle
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9781913102708
Price: 21.99 NZD
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By Jo Clarke

Series: The Travelling School Mysteries

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Summary

Libby and the Parisian Puzzle by Jo Clarke is an exciting children's mystery that takes readers on an adventure through Paris. Libby, a curious and clever young girl, teams up with her friend to solve a mysterious puzzle involving hidden clues around the city. As they unravel secrets, Libby learns valuable lessons about friendship and determination.
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Libby and the Parisian Puzzle

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you have a sense of adventure and a love for mysteries. Set against the enchanting backdrop of Paris, it follows the clever protagonist as she unravels intriguing puzzles, making it perfect for young readers who enjoy engaging plots and charming settings.

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Description

Mystery-lover Libby is excited but nervous when she's sent to live with her aunt while her mother is working abroad. Her Aunt Agatha is the headmistress of an extraordinary travelling school that moves from country to country.

Libby joins the school in Paris, where she is just starting to find her feet, when Agatha is arrested, accused of a daring jewel robbery.

Can Libby and her new best friend Connie find the real thief and save her aunt?

Libby and the Parisian Puzzle is an intriguing adventure set against the backdrop of a moving school and the enchanting city of Paris.

Series: The Travelling School Mysteries

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Libby and the Parisian Puzzle

Mystery-lover Libby is excited but nervous when she's sent to live with her aunt while her mother is working abroad. Her Aunt Agatha is the headmistress of an extraordinary travelling school that moves from country to country. Libby joins the school in Paris, where she is just starting to find her feet, when Agatha is arrested, accused of a daring...

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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?

Libby and the Parisian Puzzle by Jo Clarke is celebrated for its engaging mystery and enchanting Parisian setting. Readers appreciate the adventurous plot and the well-crafted character development of Libby, making it a delightful and educational read for children. The book's descriptive storytelling and captivating illustrations add to the appeal, drawing young readers into a world of exploration and curiosity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781913102708

Publisher: Firefly Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Firefly Press Ltd

Illustration: black and white illustrations throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 288

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jo Clarke Series: The Travelling School Mysteries Young Adult Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

Jo Clarke is an award-winning book blogger and primary school librarian. Her hugely successsful blog, BookloverJo, keeps her actively involved in the children's book community and has been involved in judging both the British Book Awards and the Alligator's Mouth Book Awards. She lives in Hampshire with her husband, two daughters and three cats.

Becka Moor is a children's book illustrator living in Manchester. She studied at Glyndwr University, graduating in 2012. Since then, she has worked on a variety of young fiction, non-fiction & picture books.

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Libby and the Highland Heist follows Libby and Connie as they eagerly anticipate a quiet holiday in Scotland before embarking on a new term at Miss Mousedale's Travelling School. However, their plans take a turn when a priceless family painting appears for sale in an Edinburgh art gallery, plunging them into a picture-perfect mystery... Will Libby and Connie be able...

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$21⁹⁹

Available
Ships in 4-6 weeks
Libby and the Manhattan Mystery

The travelling school arrives in New York, and Libby and her friends find themselves organising a charity auction alongside Hollywood star Eloise Fitzwilliam. But something isn't right. Why is Eloise's friend Count Alvarez acting so strangely and can a face from the past really have followed the school all the way to New York?

By Jo Clarke

Paperback

$20⁹⁹

Available
Ships in 4-6 weeks
Libby and the Egyptian Escapade

When the travelling school arrives in Egypt, the students soon get caught up in a sequence of strange and dangerous events. Have they truly awakened a mummy's curse, or is somebody trying to scare them away? Libby and her friends must use all their detective skills to exhume the truth.

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