Nooks & Crannies by Jessica Lawson audiobook

Nooks & Crannies

By Jessica Lawson
Read by Susie Riddell

Dreamscape 9781481419215
7.45 Hours 1
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory meets Clue when six children navigate a mansion full of secrets—and maybe money—in this humorous mystery with heart. Sweet, shy Tabitha Crum, the neglected only child of two parents straight out of a Roald Dahl book, doesn’t have a friend in the world—except for her pet mouse, Pemberley, whom she loves dearly. But on the day she receives one of six invitations to the country estate of wealthy Countess Camilla DeMoss, her life changes forever. Upon the children’s arrival at the sprawling, possibly haunted mansion, it turns out the countess has a very big secret—one that will change their lives forever. Then the children beginning disappearing, one by one. So Tabitha takes a cue from her favorite detective novels and, with Pemberley by her side, attempts to solve the case and rescue the other children—who just might be her first real friends.

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Summary

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Winner of an AudioFile Earphones Award

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory meets Clue when six children navigate a mansion full of secrets—and maybe money—in this humorous mystery with heart.

Sweet, shy Tabitha Crum, the neglected only child of two parents straight out of a Roald Dahl book, doesn’t have a friend in the world—except for her pet mouse, Pemberley, whom she loves dearly. But on the day she receives one of six invitations to the country estate of wealthy Countess Camilla DeMoss, her life changes forever.

Upon the children’s arrival at the sprawling, possibly haunted mansion, it turns out the countess has a very big secret—one that will change their lives forever.

Then the children beginning disappearing, one by one. So Tabitha takes a cue from her favorite detective novels and, with Pemberley by her side, attempts to solve the case and rescue the other children—who just might be her first real friends.

Editorial Reviews

Editorial Reviews

“This marvelous mystery…has a most satisfying ending.” Buffalo News (New York)
“A compelling puzzle, vividly drawn characters, and a clever and capable young detective.” Booklist (starred review)
“Original, engaging, and funny…The writing is beautiful, expertly capturing all the suspense, hope, and love in the story…A delightful gem that will fly off the shelves.” School Library Journal (starred review)
“Narrator Susie Riddell envelops young listeners in a British mystery as she gives voice to a myriad of characters, children, and adults…Riddell exhibits perfect elocution and an unflagging pace as she serves up the story with a gentle British accent.. Winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award.” AudioFile
“[A] charming period piece.” Shelf Awareness for Readers
“Readers will delight in the unexpected twists and turns at every junction.” BookPage
“[A] winning mystery novel.” Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“In the grand tradition of Roald Dahl…A plucky amateur detective, secret passages, exaggerated characters, concealed identities, and dastardly villains equal a swell mystery.” Kirkus Reviews

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Author

Author Bio: Jessica Lawson

Author Bio: Jessica Lawson

Jessica Lawson holds a BA in Spanish and an MS in outdoor recreation and natural resource management. She has worked in the nonprofit sector (with charitable giving foundations), as a preschool teacher, at a dude ranch, and on national forest trail crews. She lives in Colorado with her husband and children. The Actual & Truthful Adventures of Becky Thatcher is her first novel.

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Details

Details

Available Formats : Digital Download
Category: Fiction/Mystery & Detective
Runtime: 7.45
Audience: Children (8–12)
Language: English