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Sisters Grimm: Book One: The Fairy-Tale Detectives (10th anniversary reissue)

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Sisters Grimm: Book One: The Fairy-Tale Detectives follows sisters Sabrina and Daphne Grimm as they're sent to live with their mysterious grandmother in the strange town of Ferryport Landing. They soon discover that they are descendants of the Brothers Grimm, famed for chronicling fairy tales, and must take up the family's role of detective work involving fairy-tale characters. As the girls encounter magical beings and face peculiar mysteries, they learn about their family's legacy and the secrets shrouding their new home.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to magical tales with a modern twist, where familiar fairy-tale characters live among us in a mysterious small town. It’s an adventurous and witty read for those who love detective stories and fantasy, filled with humour, intrigue, and sisterly bonds.

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Sisters Grimm: Book One: The Fairy-Tale Detectives (10th anniversary reissue)

Sabrina and Daphne Grimm return in an old magic adventure with a new look

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Fans of fractured fairy tales will be delighted to discover the fantasy, mystery, adventure, and humor in the belovedNew York Times bestselling Sisters Grimm series by Michael Buckley, now with new cover art! Orphaned sisters Sabrina and Daphne are sent to live with their newly discovered grandmother, Relda Grimm, in the strange town of Ferryport Landing. The girls soon learn a family secret: that they are descendants of the famous Brothers Grimm, whose book of fairy tales is actually a history book. When a terrorizing giant goes on a rampage through the town, it's up to the Sisters Grimm to stop him and to solve the mystery of who set the giant loose in the first place. Was it Mayor Charming, formerly Prince Charming, who desperately wants his kingdom back? The Three Not-So-Little Pigs, the shifty town cops? Or one of the many other fairy-tale characters who seem to have it out for the Grimms? "Kids will love Sabrina and Daphne's adventures as much as I did." -Sarah Michelle Gellar, star of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and I Know What You Did Last Summer "Adventure, laughs, and surprises kept me eagerly turning the pages." -R. L. Stine, author of the Goosebumps series "Why didn't I think of The Sisters Grimm? What a great concept!" -Jane Yolen, award-winning author "Terrific, head-spinning series . . . Rich in well-set-up surprises and imaginatively tweaked characters, this tongue-in-cheek frolic features both a pair of memorable young sleuths and a madcap plot with plenty of leads into future episodes." -Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Enormously entertaining, the book takes the fractured fairy-tale genre to new heights." -Time Out New York Kids "An idea that will make other children's book writers, and tons of aspiring ones, kick themselves for not thinking of it first." -The San Antonio Express-News "A page-turner that incorporates humor, tension, suspense and a wild cast of characters, readers will have trouble putting this novel down." -The Dallas Morning News "Quirky and reasonable characters, engaging writing, fresh fairy tale references, and a very real fantasy setting." -The Raleigh News and Observer, "Most Promising New Series" "The twists and turns of the plot, the clever humor, and the behind-the-scenes glimpses of Everafters we think we know, will appeal to many readers." -Kliatt, starred review

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Sisters Grimm: Book One: The Fairy-Tale Detectives by Michael Buckley is praised for its thrilling adventure and engaging characters, making it a hit among children. Sarah Michelle Gellar appreciates the exciting adventures of Sabrina and Daphne. R. L. Stine highlights the book's captivating blend of adventure, humour, and surprises. Jane Yolen admires the unique and imaginative concept of the series.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419720055

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 May 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Illustration: 10 Illustrations, black and white

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Peter Ferguson

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Michael Buckley is the author of the successful Sisters Grimm and NERDS series. He is also the author of the Undertow trilogy. He lives in New York City. Peter Ferguson is an illustrator of picture books, comic books, and novels. He lives in Montreal, Canada.

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