Tim Collins

Sherlock Bones and the Mischief in Manhattan

A Puzzle Quest

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Imprint: Buster Books

Publication date: 04/07/2024

ISBN: 9781916763180

Age: 7-9 years

Subject: Fiction

Categories: Activity & Puzzles, Fiction

Binding: Paperback

Size: 198 x 129 mm

Extent: 192 pages

Illustration: B&W illustrations

Territorial Rights: World (All Languages)

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Summary:

Sherlock Bones, the world’s greatest dog detective, and his trusty sidekick Dr Jane Catson are back for another crime-solving adventure.

Bones and Catson are visiting New York when the local police chief asks for their help. The city is being terrorised by a masked villain who is threatening the police with chaos if they don't solve his riddles. After thwarting a fiendish plot in Manhattan, Bones and Catson are hot on the heels of the mysterious criminal on an epic coast-to-coast chase across USA. Along the way, they take in Niagrowl Falls and scale the faces of the great dog presidents on Mount Ruffmore until the adventure concludes at the walls of Aldogtraz prison in San Francisco.

But there’s a greater mystery to solve while all this is going on. Who is the villain? And how can they unmask them?

The fifth book in Buster’s Sherlock Bones fiction series features intricate artwork and illustrated puzzles – including search-and-finds, mazes and number riddles – that are woven into the action, so the reader feels immersed in the exciting detective plot.

Also available in the series:
9781780557502 Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels
9781780557519 Sherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh's Mask
9781780559216 Sherlock Bones and the Mystery of the Vanishing Magician
9781780559223 Sherlock Bones and the Horror of the Haunted Castle

Reviews:

A good romp of a mystery

The School Librarian on 'Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels

A very interesting concept, slightly reminiscent of the 'Choose your own Adventure' books. This will appeal to key stage 2 readers, especially those who may have reading difficulties and encourages collaboration among readers, with one reading the story and the other solving the puzzles.

The School Librarian on ‘Sherlock Bones and the Curse of the Pharaoh’s Mask’

Sales points:

  • An exciting detective story for middle-grade readers, featuring top-dog detective Sherlock Bones and his feline assistant, Dr Jane Catson

  • 28 puzzles are woven into the plot so the reader can feel immersed in the story and help Sherlock and Catson solve the crime

  • Witty, engaging illustrations bring the cast of animal characters and the immersive puzzles to life

  • The book is set in America and features puzzles based around iconic US landmarks, from a spot-the-difference on Mount Ruffmore to a Niagrowl Falls stepping stone game

  • The fifth title in a fun and engaging mystery series, which has sold in over 15 languages

About the Author:

Tim Collins

Tim Collins is originally from Manchester, but now lives near Oxford. He is the author of over thirty books including Wimpy Vampire, Cosmic Colin, Dorkius Maximus and Sherlock Bones. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and he has won awards in the UK and Germany, including the Manchester Fiction City award and the Lincolnshire Young People's Book Award.

About the Illustrator:

John Bigwood

John Bigwood is an illustrator and graphic designer based in London. He has worked across a range of books for children and adults, such as the best-selling Sherlock Bones series and How to Draw People for the Artistically Anxious.

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