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Clutch

The multi-award-winning mystery adventure series about birdwatching detectives, celebrating friendship, bravery and the magic of nature; a spring read for age 9, 10, 11, 12
By M. G. Leonard
Series: The Twitchers
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Clutch by M. G. Leonard, co-written with Sam Sedgman, is an engaging children's book following the adventure of Alex and his friends on a global bird-watching competition. The story combines elements of mystery and adrenaline-fueled escapades as the young protagonists race to solve a puzzling challenge. Filled with exciting discoveries and thrilling moments, it showcases the beauty of nature and the importance of teamwork.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exciting adventures with engaging characters and intriguing animal facts. It's perfect for young readers who love nature, detective stories, and learning about the natural world in a fun and captivating way.

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There's a thief in Aves Wood! M.G. Leonard, internationally bestselling author of Twitch, Beetleboy and Adventures on Trains, returns with the third gripping wildlife mystery for the birdwatching detectives, The Twitchers!

Twitch won the Sainsburys' Children's Book Award for Fiction 2021 and the CRIMEFEST Award for Best Crime Novel for Children 2021. Described as "A twist-laden, thriller-like tale" by the Observer, and "A clarion call for environmentalists everywhere" by Rob Biddulph on Spark.

When the peregrine falcon nest is raided, Twitch realises a thief is at work. Horrified, he and the Twitchers set out to catch the dangerous criminal, only to be ensnared in a deadly trap. Can they save themselves and stop the villain before anyone gets hurt?

Clutch is a thrilling spring mystery adventure about friendship, bravery, and protecting nature, perfect for readers 9+ and for fans of Robin Stevens, Lauren St John, and Jenny Pearson. It can be enjoyed as a stand-alone adventure or read as part of The Twitchers series.

Praise for The Twitchers:

“Leonard knows her audience and the jeopardy comes in flocks ... Find your nest, curl up and enjoy.” The Times, Children's Book of the Week on Twitch

"A twist-laden, thriller-like tale of a bird-mad boy, some bullies and an escaped convict hiding in the nearby woods." Observer on Twitch

"A skilfully crafted mystery adventure. A clarion call for environmentalists everywhere." Rob Biddulph, LoveReading4Kids on Spark

"A twisty crime drama as well as a persuasive story about friendship and nature." The Sunday Times on Twitch

"Simply genius." BBC Wildlife Magazine on Twitch

"Another pacy, wonderful adventure steeped in the magic of nature and friendship.” Jasbinder Bilan on Spark

“Leonard has crafted an intelligent mystery from unlikely material, with bonus bird facts.” Irish Times on Twitch

“A winged masterpiece.” Maz Evans on Twitch

“Enthralling from beginning to end, it really touched my young bird-loving heart! Just wonderful!” Dara McAnulty on Twitch

“Twitch is an absolute triumph. The perfect blend of mystery and adventure, a winning hero with an eye for ornithological facts and a heart as big as the countryside, plus a cracking whipsmart plot, I think this is M. G. Leonard's best book yet.” Christopher Edge on Twitch

“Cracking characters, beyond pacy plotting and an ending that is almost Bugsy Malone-esque!” Phil Earle on Twitch

Series: The Twitchers

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This delightful children's detective story captivates readers aged 9-12 with its young, intelligent heroes and a plot reminiscent of Enid Blyton mysteries. The characters, comprising adventurous children and eccentric adults, create an engaging narrative filled with mystery, humour, and insights into observational science. The book intricately weaves friendships, humour, ornithology, and animal preservation into a fast-paced and cleverly plotted adventure, rich with twists and thrilling moments.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529506105

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 194.0mm

Height: 128.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 320

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational M. G. Leonard Series: The Twitchers Young Adult

About the Author

M. G. Leonard is an award-winning, bestselling writer of children’s books, as well as a member of Authors4Oceans. Her books are sold in 40 countries, and there is currently a TV series in development based on her Beetle Boy series. Her first picture book, The Tale of a Toothbrush, is out now. She is also co-author of the critically acclaimed Adventures on Trains series, and the author of The Twitchers, a mystery adventure series starring a group of birdwatching detectives. Before becoming a writer, M. G. Leonard worked as a digital media producer for the National Theatre, The Royal Opera House and Shakespeare’s Globe. She lives by the sea with her husband, two sons and pet beetles.

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