A fast-paced historical mystery adventure for readers aged 9+ years, with gorgeous Edwardian period detail. Perfect for fans of Chris Riddell`s Goth Girl series, Enid Blyton & Robin Stevens`s Murder Most Unladylike series. When a priceless painting is stolen, our dauntless heroines Sophie & Lil find themselves faced with forgery, trickery & deceit on all sides! Be amazed as the brave duo pit their wits against this perilous puzzle! Marvel at their cunning plan to unmask the villain & prove themselves detectives to be reckoned with
- no matter what dangers lie ahead... It`s their most perilous adventure yet! Praise for The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow: ”A wonderful book, with a glorious heroine & a true spirit of adventure.” (Katherine Rundell, author of Rooftoppers). ”A real page-turner, it has murders, spies & gangs of thieves. Thrilling!” (Indiana, aged 10 years, Love Readingfor Kids reviewer). ” Dastardliness on a big scale is uncovered in this well-plotted, evocative novel.” (Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times). ” It`s a dashing plot, an atmospheric setting & an extensive & imaginative cast. Katherine Woodfine handles it all with aplomb.” (Julia Eccleshare, Guardian). ” An incredible read full of mystery, wonder & adventure... This is now one of my top ten.” (Celeste, age 13 years, Love Reading 4 Kids reviewer). The Mystery of the Painted Dragon is the third book in the Sinclair Mysteries quartet. The other two books are the bestselling The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow & The Mystery of the Jewelled Moth. Katherine Woodfine is a true champion of children`s literature. Until 2015 she was Arts Project Manager for Booktrust, where she project-managed the Children`s Laureateship & YALC, the UK`s first Young Adult Literature Convention, curated by Malorie Blackman. She is part of the founding team at Down the Rabbit Hole, a monthly show for Resonance FM discussing children`s literature. She lives in London.