The Detective's Assistant

Name: The Detective's Assistant
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SKU: 9780316403498
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By Kate Hannigan

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Summary

The Detective's Assistant by Kate Hannigan follows the adventures of a young girl named Nell Warne who partners with her aunt, Kate Warne, the first female detective at the Pinkerton Agency. Set against a backdrop of historical events in pre-Civil War America, Nell learns the art of investigation while dealing with her personal challenges. The story combines history, mystery, and a touch of humour, making it an engaging read for children.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you love adventurous tales filled with mystery and suspense, set in a historical context. It offers a captivating story of a courageous young girl who assists America's first female detective, blending real historical figures with imaginative storytelling perfect for young readers.

The Detective's Assistant

The incredible tale of America's first ever female detective and her spirited niece!

Description

Eleven-year-old Nell Warne arrives on her aunt's doorstep lugging a heavy sack of sorrows. If her Aunt Kate rejects her, it's the miserable Home for the Friendless.

Luckily, canny Nell makes herself indispensable to Aunt Kate...and not just by helping out with household chores. For Aunt Kate is the first-ever female detective employed by the legendary Pinkerton Detective Agency. And Nell has a knack for the kind of close listening and bold action that made Pinkerton detectives famous in Civil War-era America. With huge, nation-changing events simmering in the background, Nell uses skills new and old to uncover truths about her past and solve mysteries in the present.

Based on the extraordinary true story of Kate Warne, this fast-paced adventure recounts feats of daring and danger...including saving the life of Abraham Lincoln!

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The Detective's Assistant by Kate Hannigan is praised for its engaging portrayal of detective work and historical detail, blending mystery and adventure seamlessly. Reviewers celebrate the book's dynamic narrative, featuring intertwining plots involving personal loss, historical adventures, and undercover exploits. Nell, the protagonist, is highlighted as a fearless and spirited heroine whose journey is both entertaining and inspiring.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316403498

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 June 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 282g

Pages: 368

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kate Hannigan Young Adult

About the Author

Kate Hannigan is the author of the Cupcake Cousins series. She is a former journalist and lives in Chicago with her family.

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