Detectives and Young Adventurers

Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007284195
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50

Book Description
A brand new bumper omnibus gathering together over 50 classic Agatha Christie stories featuring Tommy and Tuppence Beresford, Harley Quin, Parker Pyne and Hercule Poirot, plus her rare Christmas Stories not available in any other volume. This new compendium of over 50 stories is the first time all the stories featuring Agatha Christie's detectives have been collected together. Here you will meet - PARKER PYNE - a consulting detective whose practice is to solve less murderous enigmas and restore happiness to his clients; HARLEY QUIN - a tall, dark, mysterious young man who takes a more surreptitious approach to solving crime; TOMMY AND TUPPENCE BERESFORD - a newly married pair of self-styled 'Young Adventurers' who are prepared to do anything in the name of justice. And in addition to presenting the complete oeuvre for these detectives, this volume includes as a bonus four rare short stories featuring that grand master of detection, Monsieur HERCULE POIROT, plus Agatha Christie's little-known Christmas stories written for children, including "Star Over Bethlehem" and "The Naughty Donkey".

The Curious League of Detectives and Thieves 1: Egypt's Fire

Author: Tom Phillips
Publisher: Holiday House
ISBN: 1645951057
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 355

Book Description
Hilarious, non-stop adventure, a mysterious jewel heist, and a detective team like no other make this a must-have middle grade series starter. Perfect for fans of A Series of Unfortunate Events and Enola Holmes. After twelve-year-old John Boarhog’s mom dies, the last thing he wants is to be schlepped off to the Jersey Home for Boys, where kids are forced to make skinny jeans for hipsters and are fed nothing but kale. Instead, he makes himself a snug home in the ceiling of the New York Museum of Natural History, where he reads anything he get his hands on and explores the artifacts afterhours. But when a rare Egyptian ruby—the highlight of the museum’s new exhibit—goes missing, John is accused of the crime. That is until the unpredictable Inspector Toadius McGee sweeps in to wrestle control of the case, certain that the true culprit is a notorious criminal he’s been tracking for years. John quickly becomes the Watson to Toadius’s Holmes as they race from Broadway to back alleys to a speak-easy that only serves root beer. And along the way, John uncovers secrets about his own past, including that he’s a lot more involved in this web of endearing ne'er-do-wells than he ever could have imagined. A love letter to classic middle grade, Egypt's Fire introduces a remarkable new duo that will steal your heart as surely as it leaves you begging for their next grand adventure. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

Adventures of a Female Medical Detective

Author: Mary Guinan
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
ISBN: 1421439816
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
Occasionally heartbreaking, sometimes hilarious, Guinan's account of her pathbreaking career will inspire public health students and future medical detectives—and give all readers insight into that part of the government exclusively devoted to protecting their health.

Dungeons & Detectives

Author: Franklin W. Dixon
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1534421076
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 208

Book Description
Brother detectives Frank and Joe search a hidden castle for clues to help them find a missing comic book in the nineteenth book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series. Frank and Joe have been hanging out at Sir Robert’s Comic Kingdom, the local comic and gaming shop, and got the exclusive invite to this year’s Halloween costume ball at Bayport’s one and only castle. Sir Robert plans to use the big event to unveil his most prized possession, a super rare comic that is rumored to contain a map to buried treasure. Sir Robert agrees to show his store regulars—who now include Frank and Joe—a sneak preview of the comic before the party. But when he goes to unlock the fireproof casing, he finds the book is gone. It will take all of Frank and Joe’s recently acquired LARPing skills to solve this case. Anything can happen in a castle full of dungeons and deception. Can the Hardy boys keep up?

The Fairy-Tale Detectives (Sisters Grimm #1)

Author: Michael Buckley
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1613120362
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 300

Book Description
Enter a world of fractured fairy tales and magical mysteries in this first installment of the beloved New York Times bestselling Sisters Grimm series Orphaned sisters Sabrina and Daphne are sent to live with their newly discovered grandmother, Relda Grimm, in the strange town of Ferryport Landing. The girls soon learn a family secret: that they are descendants of the famous Brothers Grimm, whose book of fairy tales is actually a history book. When a terrorizing giant goes on a rampage through the town, it’s up to the Sisters Grimm to stop him and to solve the mystery of who set the giant loose in the first place. Was it Mayor Charming, formerly Prince Charming, who desperately wants his kingdom back? The Three Not-So-Little Pigs, the shifty town cops? Or one of the many other fairy-tale characters who seem to have it out for the Grimms? Repackaged in paperback with new cover art, these anniversary editions of the beloved Sisters Grimm series are the perfect opportunity for existing fans to revisit the adventures of the Grimm family and for new readers to discover the magic of the series for the first time.

Canyon Quest

Author: Jim Ware
Publisher: Focus on the Family
ISBN: 1684283876
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 301

Book Description
In the first book of the series, readers will learn about God’s sovereignty and how things work together for good. The Exciting Start of the Last Chance Detectives! A dry, forsaken blip on the edge of civilization. That’s what Mike Fowler thinks of the little town of Ambrosia in the Arizona desert. He has no friends, no fun, and no answers to the agonizing disappearance of his dad in a top-secret military mission. But that could all change after Mike stumbles onto his dad’s puzzling journal in the old B-17 out back. The mysterious coded entries in the journal lead him to a hidden canyon rimmed with strange lights in the sky, muffled voices, and a knife he’s sure belongs to his dad! Something big—maybe a covert military operation—is going on in that secluded canyon. And Mike is sure if he just follows the clues, he’ll find his dad. But with each new discovery, he and his daring companions—Ben, Spence, and Winnie—land in more and more danger. It’s the case of their young lives. Now if only they only live to escape it! Get to know The Last Chance DetectivesMike: Fearless and bold, his leadership spurs the group on—sometimes into danger!Winnie: She knows the desert like the back of her hand and has a nose for news.Ben: His imagination makes him a great problem solver.Spence: A technical genius, he’s the brains of the outfit.Together, these four friends won’t stop until the mystery is solved!

The Secret Adversary

Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: Aegitas
ISBN: 0369409175
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248

Book Description
The Secret Adversary by Agatha Christie is a classic mystery novel that follows the adventures of two young protagonists, Tommy and Tuppence. The pair team up to investigate a mysterious organization known as "The Black Hand" which is linked to a missing document that could bring down the British government. As they investigate, they uncover secrets and lies, eventually discovering the truth about the organization and its leader. The novel is full of suspense and intrigue, as Tommy and Tuppence find themselves in one precarious situation after another. The characters are well-developed and each has their own unique voice and personality. The plot is fast-paced and exciting, with plenty of twists and turns along the way. Christie's writing style is engaging and entertaining, making it easy to follow the story. The Secret Adversary is an excellent example of the genre of mystery fiction, showcasing Agatha Christie's skill as a master storyteller. It provides readers with an entertaining adventure full of puzzles and surprises. The novel also contains important themes such as loyalty, trust, friendship, and justice. All in all, The Secret Adversary is an enjoyable read that will keep readers guessing until the very end.

The Love Detectives: An Agatha Christie Short Story

Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 000745211X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37

Book Description
A classic Agatha Christie short story, available individually for the first time as an ebook.

The Diamond Mystery

Author: Martin Widmark
Publisher: Erlangga for Kids
ISBN: 9789790150072
Category : Diamonds
Languages : en
Pages : 80

Book Description
Somebody is stealing diamonds from the jeweler Mohammed Carat! It looks like the culprit is someone on his staff, but who? Is it Luke Smith, the recently hired fitness fanatic with a taste for the finer things in life? It surely can't be Vivian Leander, the loyal shop assistant who is now short of money ... The police in the little town of Valleby are stuck, so they contact young detectives Jerry and Maya, classmates who run their own detective agency. Will Jerry and Maya be able to use their detective skills to find the thief? As they well know, even a tiny clue is worth its weight in gold.

Super Detectives! (Simon and Chester Book #1)

Author: Cale Atkinson
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 073526743X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
A ghost and a kid team up to solve mysteries and kick butt! A hilarious new graphic novel series for fans of Bad Guys and Dog Man. Welcome to the world of Simon and Chester, ghost and boy duo extraordinaire. They like to kick butt and take names. They don't like chores. They are best friends. And they are about to solve the MYSTERY OF A LIFETIME. (Oh, and eat some snacks probably.) Join Simon and Chester in their first adventure, and fall in love with this hilarious odd couple by fan favorite author and illustrator Cale Atkinson.