Rockstar Detectives: Murder at the Movies

Name: Rockstar Detectives: Murder at the Movies
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241519691
Price: 45.0 NZD
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By Adam Hills

Series: Rockstar Detectives

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Summary

Rockstar Detectives: Murder at the Movies by Adam Hills is a thrilling children's book where two young detectives, Charlie and George, find themselves embroiled in a mystery at a movie set. The friends, who are also budding rockstars, must unravel the clues and solve the case while navigating the glitzy world of film. Along the way, their unique combination of musical talent and sleuthing skills proves crucial in making sense of the perplexing events.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Description

The brilliant and laugh-out-loud second mystery from comedian Adam Hills featuring a young detective dream team, perfect for fans of Sharna Jackson, Robin Stevens, David Baddiel, and David O'Doherty.

Meet Charley - a totally ordinary 13-year-old, who's also an international singing sensation.

Meet George - Charley's best friend, social media whizz, and budding comedian.

In Rockstar Detectives: Murder at the Movies, Charley and George are in Sydney, where Charley is filming her first movie. But when mysterious accidents begin to happen whenever Charley is on set, the duo suspects someone isn't as excited about her big screen debut as they are.

No one else seems to believe that Charley is in real danger, and anyone - from the bad-tempered director to Charley's rude co-star - could be a suspect. Can the detective dream team solve their second mystery, wrap the movie, and keep Charley in one piece?

The fabulously funny new novel from award-winning comedian and author of Rockstar Detectives, Adam Hills.

Praise for the first book in the Rockstar Detectives series:

"A delightfully funny book with a big, big heart" - David O'Doherty

"Fast-moving, lively, full of jokes and humour and with a satisfying puzzle to be solved, this makes for perfect escapist reading" - LoveReading4Kids

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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?

Rockstar Detectives: Murder at the Movies by Adam Hills delivers a fresh, exciting adventure featuring the beloved Rockstar Detectives. Enthusiastic reception indicates that this new instalment lifts the spirits of its readers, promising an engaging and entertaining experience for children.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241519691

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

Illustrated by Luna Valentine

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 256g

Pages: 320

Collections

Adam Hills Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Series: Rockstar Detectives Young Adult Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

Adam Hills (Author) Adam Hills is an internationally recognised comedian and host of award-winning Channel 4 show The Last Leg. His collection of stories from a life in comedy, Best Foot Forward, was a Times bestseller.

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