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Mariella Mystery: The Ghostly Guinea Pig

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By Kate Pankhurst
Series: Mariella Mystery
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Mariella Mystery: The Ghostly Guinea Pig by Kate Pankhurst is an engaging children's book involving the witty and resourceful young detective, Mariella. She sets out to unravel the peculiar mystery of a seemingly haunted guinea pig after some odd occurrences around her school. Throughout the adventure, readers are entertained with Mariella’s imaginative and humorous sleuthing skills.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love solving mysteries and have a keen interest in quirky characters and ghostly stories. With its funny illustrations and engaging storyline, it's perfect for young readers who enjoy adventurous tales filled with humour and a touch of the supernatural.

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Mariella Mystery: The Ghostly Guinea Pig

A perfect book for 7-9 yr old girls who love funny stories with quirky illustrations like DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, the DORK DIARIES and CLARICE BEAN.

A perfect book for 7-9 yr old girls who love funny stories with quirky illustrations like Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the Dork Diaries and Clarice Bean.

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The debut novel from winner of the MacMillan Prize for Picture Book Illustration, Kate Pankhurst. The perfect book for 7-9 year olds who love funny stories with quirky illustrations like Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the Dork Diaries, and Clarice Bean.

Mariella Mystery (That's me!) - a totally amazing girl detective, aged 9 and a bit. Able to solve the most mysterious mysteries and perplexing problems, even before breakfast.

When their teacher Miss Crumble spots the ghost of her pet guinea pig, Mr Darcy, in her back garden, she doesn't know what to think. But Mariella knows it's up to her and her fellow Mystery Girls to get to the bottom of The Case of the Ghostly Guinea Pig.

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The book is a fun and quick read ideal for building confidence and stamina in young readers who are getting into chapter books. It features quirky illustrations and tips for aspiring young detectives, adding excitement and engagement. The story is lively and enjoyable, with a tongue-in-cheek approach to the detective genre, making it an irresistible adventure for children.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444008883

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 April 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 176

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Diary of a Wimpy Kid Kate Pankhurst Series: Mariella Mystery Young Adult

About the Author

Since graduating from the University of Central Lancashire, Kate Pankhurst has worked as an illustrator. She works regularly in primary and secondary schools running sessions linked to illustration and writing and as part of Creatives, a company specialising in high quality arts experiences for children and young people. Kate has previously illustrated both picture books and fiction for a variety of publishers. Kate was the recipient of the MACMILLAN PRIZE FOR PICTURE BOOK ILLUSTRATION in 2002. Kate lives and works in Leeds.

Discover more about Kate and Mariella at www.katepankhurst.com, and follow Kate on twitter @KateIsDrawing for all the latest updates.

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