Rose Raventhorpe Investigates: Black Cats and Butlers

Name: Rose Raventhorpe Investigates: Black Cats and Butlers
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781510201286
Price: 19.99 NZD
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By Janine Beacham

Series: Rose Raventhorpe Investigates

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Summary

Rose Raventhorpe Investigates: Black Cats and Butlers by Janine Beacham is a delightful children's mystery set in the fictional town of Yorke. The story follows young Rose Raventhorpe as she delves into the intriguing world of butlers after a series of mysterious murders. With a charming blend of adventure and clever detective work, Rose is determined to uncover the truth behind the enigmatic black cats and a secretive butlers' society.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy mystery and adventure laced with a touch of Victorian charm. Young readers will love following the clever and spirited protagonist as she unravels secrets in a setting filled with intriguing characters and mysterious happenings. If you enjoy tales that blend historical elements with a dash of whimsy, this could be a delightful read.

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The Clockwork Sparrow meets Downton Abbey.

When Rose Raventhorpe's beloved butler is found (gasp!) murdered in the hallway of her own house, she's determined to uncover the culprit. Especially since he's the third butler to die in a week!

Rose's investigation leads her on a journey into a hidden world of grave robbers and duelling butlers, flamboyant magicians and the city's ancient feline guardians.

Knives aren't just for cutting cucumber sandwiches, you know...

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Rose Raventhorpe Investigates: Black Cats and Butlers

The Clockwork Sparrow meets Downton Abbey. When Rose Raventhorpe's beloved butler is found (gasp!) murdered in the hallway of her own house, she's determined to uncover the culprit. Especially since he's the third butler to die in a week! Rose's investigation leads her on a journey into a hidden world of grave robbers and duelling butlers, flamboyant magicians and the...

By Janine Beacham

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Rose Raventhorpe Investigates: Rubies and Runaways

The Clockwork Sparrow meets Downton Abbey. It's a bitterly cold winter in Yorke and Rose Raventhorpe and her butler Heddsworth are stuck with Rose's unpleasant cousin Herbert, and his equally horrible butler, Bixby. When an orphan boy named Orpheus interrupts the Cathedral's Mistletoe Service, saying that his sister has been kidnapped, Rose vows to help. Solving the mystery will be...

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Rose Raventhorpe Investigates: Black Cats and Butlers is praised for its engaging plot filled with grave robbers, magicians, and ancient feline guardians that captivate young readers. The story is noted for its humour and lively narrative, featuring a twisty plot with smart and determined protagonist Rose Raventhorpe, set in a vivid Victorian atmosphere. The book is highlighted for its unique blend of darkness, magic, and well-rounded characters, making it an exciting debut that keeps readers guessing.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510201286

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 March 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 242g

Pages: 272

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Historical Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Historical Fiction Janine Beacham Series: Rose Raventhorpe Investigates Young Adult Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

A former journalist, Janine Beacham has written all her life. She has always loved fairy tales and fantasy, and as a child would make up games for her friends to play at school. Janine once entered a competition where the prize was a real-life butler - which partly inspired the secret society of butlers in the Rose Raventhorpe Investigates series. Janine lives in Western Australia with her family.

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