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The Matchbox Mysteries

Author : Sally Gardner

Publisher : Orion Children's Books

Page : 177 pages

File Size : 43,61 MB

Release : 2014-10-23

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1444010131

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It's Hallowe'en and Podgy Bottom is in trouble. All over town cars are being shrunk to the size of a matchbox in the blink of an eye; a giant purple bunny rabbit is running riot and a strange-looking broomstick is causing chaos and calamity... Sounds like a case for Wings & Co, the famous fairy detective agency! Can Emily, Budget and Fidget put a stop to this magical mischief before it's too late? Another fantastic story for younger readers from Sally Gardner, winner of the COSTA BOOK AWARD 2013, and acclaimed artist, David Roberts. If you loved David Walliams's GANGSTA GRANNY, you'll love these hilarious tales of mischief, mayhem, magic and mystery.



The Matchbox Mysteries

Author : Sally Gardner

Publisher : Hachette UK

Page : 177 pages

File Size : 40,5 MB

Release : 2014-10-23

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1444010131

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It's Hallowe'en and Podgy Bottom is in trouble. All over town cars are being shrunk to the size of a matchbox in the blink of an eye; a giant purple bunny rabbit is running riot and a strange-looking broomstick is causing chaos and calamity... Sounds like a case for Wings & Co, the famous fairy detective agency! Can Emily, Budget and Fidget put a stop to this magical mischief before it's too late? Another fantastic story for younger readers from Sally Gardner, winner of the COSTA BOOK AWARD 2013, and acclaimed artist, David Roberts. If you loved David Walliams's GANGSTA GRANNY, you'll love these hilarious tales of mischief, mayhem, magic and mystery.



Three Pickled Herrings

Author : Sally Gardner

Publisher : Orion Children's Books

Page : 156 pages

File Size : 33,65 MB

Release : 2013-02-07

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1444005723

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At the Wings & Co. Fairy Detective Agency, Emily Vole and her friends are beginning to worry. It's five months since their official opening and they still haven't had one case. Then local landowner Sir Walter Cross dies suddenly and mysteriously. The detectives suspect fairy meddling. And when Mr Rollo the tailor mysteriously loses everything and Pan Smith's wedding plans are ruined the night before her big day, they're convinced there must be magic at play. Now they have not one, but three pickled herrings to deal with! Can they solve the mystery of who is stealing people's luck before the meddling fairy goes too far?



Heirs of the Body

Author : Carola Dunn

Publisher : Minotaur Books

Page : 303 pages

File Size : 17,82 MB

Release : 2013-12-10

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1466836431

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The Daisy Dalrymple series continues in Heirs of the Body—when one of four potential claimants to the title of Lord Dalrymple dies a sudden, nasty death, the question on everyone's mind is, "was it murder"? In the late 1920's in England, The Honourable Daisy Dalrymple Fletcher is recruited to help her cousin Edgar—i.e. the Lord Dalrymple. About to turn fifty, Lord Dalrymple decides it is time to find out who would be the heir to the viscountcy. With the help of the family lawyer, who advertises Empire-wide, they have come up with four potential claimants. For his fiftieth birthday, Edgar invites those would-be heirs—along with Daisy and the rest of the family—to Fairacres, the family estate. In the meantime, Daisy is asked to be the family's representative at the lawyer's interviews with the claimants. Those four are a hotelier from Scarborough, a diamond merchant from South Africa, a young mixed-raced boy from Trinidad, and a sailor from Jamaica. However, according to his very pregnant wife, the sailor has gone missing. Daisy and Alec must uncover a conspiracy if they are going to stop the killing in the latest from the accomplished master of the genre, Carola Dunn.



The Door That Led to Where

Author : Sally Gardner

Publisher : Hot Key Books

Page : 217 pages

File Size : 13,6 MB

Release : 2015-01-01

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1471401103

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When the present offers no hope for the future, the answers may lie in the past AJ Flynn has just failed all but one of his GCSEs, and his future is looking far from rosy. So when he is offered a junior position at a London law firm he hopes his life is about to change - but he could never have imagined by how much. Tidying up the archive one day, AJ finds an old key, mysteriously labelled with his name and date of birth - and he becomes determined to find the door that fits the key. And so begins an amazing journey to a very real and tangible past - 1830, to be precise - where the streets of modern Clerkenwell are replaced with cobbles and carts, and the law can be twisted to suit a villain's means. Although life in 1830 is cheap, AJ and his friends quickly find that their own lives have much more value. They've gone from sad youth statistics to young men with purpose - and at the heart of everything lies a crime that only they can solve. But with enemies all around, can they unravel the mysteries of the past, before it unravels them? A fast-paced mystery novel by one of the country's finest writers, and a UKLA Book Awards 2016 shortlisted title, THE DOOR THAT LED TO WHERE will delight, surprise and mesmerise all those who read it.



Maggot Moon

Author : Sally Gardner

Publisher : Candlewick Press

Page : 288 pages

File Size : 49,69 MB

Release : 2013-02-12

Category : Young Adult Fiction

ISBN : 0763665738

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A 2014 Michael L. Printz Honor Book In Sally Gardner’s stunning novel, set in a ruthless regime, an unlikely teenager risks all to expose the truth about a heralded moon landing. What if the football hadn’t gone over the wall. On the other side of the wall there is a dark secret. And the devil. And the Moon Man. And the Motherland doesn’t want anyone to know. But Standish Treadwell — who has different-colored eyes, who can’t read, can’t write, Standish Treadwell isn’t bright — sees things differently than the rest of the “train-track thinkers.” So when Standish and his only friend and neighbor, Hector, make their way to the other side of the wall, they see what the Motherland has been hiding. And it’s big...One hundred very short chapters, told in an utterly original first-person voice, propel readers through a narrative that is by turns gripping and darkly humorous, bleak and chilling, tender and transporting.



BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES Boxed Set: 350+ Thriller Classics, Detective Novels & True Crime Stories

Author : Arthur Conan Doyle

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 18270 pages

File Size : 45,76 MB

Release : 2024-01-18

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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The 'BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES Boxed Set' encompasses an illustrious collection that transcends the mere confines of thriller classics, detective novels, and true crime stories, presenting readers with a panorama of literary artistry. From the fog-laden streets of Victorian London to the intricate puzzles of the early twentieth century, this anthology showcases a diverse range of storytelling techniques, narrative structures, and ingenious plot developments that have shaped and defined the genre. The inclusion of standout pieces from renowned figures adds depth, ensuring the collections place within the broader literary context of mystery and detective fiction. The anthology not merely entertains but serves as a testament to the evolution of the mystery genre. The contributing authors, including luminaries such as Arthur Conan Doyle, Agatha Christie, and Wilkie Collins, among others, collectively offer a rich tapestry of cultural and historical perspectives. Their individual and joint contributions illuminate the myriad ways in which the mystery genre has encapsulated societal anxieties, moral dilemmas, and the quintessential human quest for justice and truth. The backgrounds of these authors, spanning different epochs and socio-political milieu, reflect the evolution of detective fiction in response to changing societal norms and literary tastes, aligning the collection with significant cultural and literary movements. This anthology is an indispensable treasure for aficionados of the mystery genre, educators seeking to broaden their curriculum, and anyone with an interest in the intersection between crime, society, and literature. The 'BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES Boxed Set' offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the works of some of the most influential figures in detective literature. It invites readers to embark on a labyrinthine journey through the hallmarks of suspense and intrigue, providing a unique lens through which to explore the complexities of human nature and the perennial allure of the mysterious.



British Murder Mysteries - Ultimate Collection

Author : Arthur Conan Doyle

Publisher : DigiCat

Page : 18259 pages

File Size : 43,85 MB

Release : 2022-05-17

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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DigiCat Publishing presents to you a collection of the greatest thriller novels and murder mystery stories of all time Edgar Wallace:_x000D_ The Four Just Men_x000D_ The Council of Justice _x000D_ The Just Men of Cordova_x000D_ The Law of the Four Just Men _x000D_ The Nine Bears_x000D_ Angel Esquire _x000D_ The Fourth Plague or Red Hand _x000D_ Grey Timothy or Pallard the Punter_x000D_ The Man who Bought London_x000D_ The Melody of Death _x000D_ A Debt Discharged _x000D_ The Tomb of T'Sin _x000D_ The Secret House _x000D_ The Clue of the Twisted Candle_x000D_ Down under Donovan _x000D_ The Man who Knew_x000D_ The Green Rust_x000D_ Kate Plus Ten_x000D_ The Daffodil Murder_x000D_ Jack O'Judgment_x000D_ The Angel of Terror _x000D_ The Crimson Circle_x000D_ Take-A-Chance Anderson_x000D_ The Valley of Ghosts_x000D_ P.-C. Lee Series_x000D_ Arthur Conan Doyle:_x000D_ Sherlock Holmes Series_x000D_ A Study in Scarlet_x000D_ The Sign of Four_x000D_ The Hound of the Baskervilles_x000D_ The Valley of Fear_x000D_ The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes_x000D_ The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes_x000D_ The Return of Sherlock Holmes_x000D_ His Last Bow_x000D_ Other Mysteries_x000D_ True Crime Stories_x000D_ Wilkie Collins:_x000D_ The Woman in White_x000D_ No Name_x000D_ Armadale_x000D_ The Moonstone_x000D_ The Haunted Hotel_x000D_ The Law and The Lady_x000D_ The Dead Secret_x000D_ Miss or Mrs?_x000D_ R. Austin Freeman:_x000D_ Dr. Thorndyke Series_x000D_ Other Mysteries_x000D_ Agatha Christie:_x000D_ The Mysterious Affair at Styles_x000D_ The Secret Adversary_x000D_ H. C. McNeile:_x000D_ Bulldog Drummond_x000D_ The Black Gang_x000D_ G. K. Chesterton:_x000D_ The Innocence of Father Brown_x000D_ The Wisdom of Father Brown_x000D_ Arthur Morrison:_x000D_ Martin Hewitt Series_x000D_ Dorrington & Hicks Stories_x000D_ Ernest Bramah:_x000D_ Max Carrados Stories_x000D_ Victor L. Whitechurch:_x000D_ The Canon in Residence_x000D_ Thrilling Stories of the Railway_x000D_ Thomas W. Hanshew:_x000D_ Hamilton Cleek Series_x000D_ E. W. Hornung:_x000D_ A. J. Raffles Series_x000D_ Mystery Novels_x000D_ J. S. Fletcher:_x000D_ Mystery Novels_x000D_ Paul Campenhaye – Specialist in Criminology_x000D_ Rober Barr:_x000D_ The Triumph of Eugéne Valmont_x000D_ Jennie Baxter, Journalist_x000D_ The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs_x000D_ The Adventure of the Second Swag_x000D_ Frank Froest Mystery Novels_x000D_ C. N. Williamson & A. M. Williamson Mystery Novels_x000D_ Isabel Ostander Mystery Novels



British Murder Mysteries: 350+ Detective Novels & True Crime Stories in One Volume

Author : Arthur Conan Doyle

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 18265 pages

File Size : 49,64 MB

Release : 2024-01-17

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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This carefully crafted ebook collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Edgar Wallace: The Four Just Men The Council of Justice The Just Men of Cordova The Law of the Four Just Men The Nine Bears Angel Esquire The Fourth Plague or Red Hand Grey Timothy or Pallard the Punter The Man who Bought London The Melody of Death A Debt Discharged The Tomb of T'Sin The Secret House The Clue of the Twisted Candle Down under Donovan The Man who Knew The Green Rust Kate Plus Ten The Daffodil Murder Jack O'Judgment The Angel of Terror The Crimson Circle Take-A-Chance Anderson The Valley of Ghosts P.-C. Lee Series Arthur Conan Doyle: Sherlock Holmes Series A Study in Scarlet The Sign of Four The Hound of the Baskervilles The Valley of Fear The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes The Return of Sherlock Holmes His Last Bow Other Mysteries True Crime Stories Wilkie Collins: The Woman in White No Name Armadale The Moonstone The Haunted Hotel The Law and The Lady The Dead Secret Miss or Mrs? R. Austin Freeman: Dr. Thorndyke Series Other Mysteries Agatha Christie: The Mysterious Affair at Styles The Secret Adversary H. C. McNeile: Bulldog Drummond The Black Gang G. K. Chesterton: The Innocence of Father Brown The Wisdom of Father Brown Arthur Morrison: Martin Hewitt Series Dorrington & Hicks Stories Ernest Bramah: Max Carrados Stories Victor L. Whitechurch: The Canon in Residence Thrilling Stories of the Railway Thomas W. Hanshew: Hamilton Cleek Series E. W. Hornung: A. J. Raffles Series Mystery Novels J. S. Fletcher: Mystery Novels Paul Campenhaye – Specialist in Criminology Rober Barr: The Triumph of Eugéne Valmont Jennie Baxter, Journalist The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs The Adventure of the Second Swag Frank Froest Mystery Novels C. N. Williamson & A. M. Williamson Mystery Novels Isabel Ostander Mystery Novels



BRITISH MYSTERIES Boxed Set: 350+ Thriller Novels, Murder Mysteries & True Crime Stories

Author : Arthur Conan Doyle

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 18270 pages

File Size : 33,83 MB

Release : 2024-01-17

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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The 'BRITISH MYSTERIES Boxed Set: 350+ Thriller Novels, Murder Mysteries & True Crime Stories' is an unparalleled collection showcasing the breadth and diversity of British mystery literature. From the fog-drenched streets of London to the quaint villages of the English countryside, these narratives span a range of literary styles, including classic detective stories, psychological thrillers, and true crime accounts. The anthology is a testament to the genre's evolution, featuring standout pieces that have influenced the mystery genre on a global scale, reflecting the myriad ways in which suspense and intrigue can be articulated through prose. The authors represented in this collection are luminaries of their time, each contributing to the rich tapestry of British literature in their unique way. Figures such as Arthur Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie are household names, whose iconic characters and storytelling techniques have become benchmarks of the genre. The collection also brings to light the works of less widely known authors, whose contributions nonetheless played pivotal roles in shaping the genre's trajectory. Together, these authors works offer insight into the historical and cultural contexts that influenced British mystery literature, spanning the Victorian era, the Golden Age of detective fiction, and beyond. This anthology presents an invaluable opportunity for both aficionados and newcomers to delve into the depths of British mystery literature. Readers will find themselves transported across time and space, encountering a multiplicity of narrative voices and stylistic approaches. The 'BRITISH MYSTERIES Boxed Set' not only serves as an extensive resource for educational exploration but also as a portal to the thrilling, perplexing, and oftentimes shadowy world of mystery. It encourages a dialogue between the classic and the obscure, providing a comprehensive understanding of the genre's foundations and its enduring appeal.