Murder Most Unladylike
Murder Most Unladylike by Robin Stevens is a captivating addition to the Puffin catalog, published on February 18, 2016. This 352-page book introduces readers to Daisy Wells and Hazel Wong, two students at Deepdean School for Girls who have established their own detective agency. Initially struggling to find real cases to investigate, their fortunes change dramatically when they discover the Science Mistress, Miss Bell, dead in the gym. However, upon returning shortly after, they find the body has vanished, leading them to question not only the murder but also their ability to prove it occurred.
In this engaging narrative, Daisy and Hazel embark on a quest to uncover the truth, employing their detective skills to gather evidence and observe their suspects. The story blends elements of mystery and adventure, set against a historical backdrop that enriches the plot. Readers will find themes related to social topics, education, and crime woven throughout the tale, as the duo navigates the challenges of friendship and investigation. This edition offers a delightful exploration of young detectives in a school setting, appealing to those interested in mysteries and detective stories.
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The first marvellous murder mystery in the bestselling Murder Most Unladylike series!
‘Ripping good fun’ The Times
‘Plotting is what sets this book apart’ Telegraph
At Deepdean School for Girls, Daisy Wells and Hazel Wong have set up their own detective agency. But they are struggling to find any real crimes to investigate. (Unless you count the case of Lavinia’s missing tie. Which they don’t.)
Then Hazel discovers the Science Mistress, Miss Bell, lying dead in the Gym. To add to the mystery, when she and Daisy return five minutes later, the body has disappeared. Now Hazel and Daisy not only have a murder to solve: they have to prove one happened in the first place.
Determined to get to the bottom of the crime before the killer strikes again Hazel and Daisy must hunt for evidence, spy on their suspects and use all the cunning and intuition they can muster. But will they succeed? And can their friendship stand the test?
‘Enormous fun’ Irish Times
‘A skilful blend of golden era crime novel and boarding school romp . . . Top class’ Financial Times
‘I absolutely loved it’ Susie Day
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