By Harriet Whitehorn (author) , Becka Moor (illustrator) Part of the Violet Investigates series
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Shortlisted for the Waterstone's Children's Book Prize Best Fiction for 5-12's Award 2015 Meet Violet Remy-Robinson, a Sherlock Holmes in the making in this captivating new series, perfect for fans of Chris Riddell and Alex T. Smith.
When a new family move in next door, Violet is sure there's something strange about them. Then her eccentric, but lovely neighbour, Dee Dee Derota, has a precious jewel stolen. Could the new family be to blame? Violet is on the case to uncover the truth...With a beautiful hardback package complete with two colour illustrations throughout by emerging talent, Becka Moore, everyone is bound to fall in love with Violet and the colourful characters that make up her world.
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Perfect for fans of Dixie O'Day, Ottoline, Goth Girl and Darcy Burdock.
'Whitehorn's debut is pacey and imaginative and Becka Moor's illustrations a delight. Perfect for readers who liked the Ottoline books by Chris Riddell.' Times
'An adventure brimful of charm, told with brio and a good deal of panache...Young readers, particularly fans of Lauren Child, will be very taken with Violet and her world' Books for Keeps
'A great heroine, an intriguing mystery, and brilliant use of language...Hugely recommended' YAyeahyeah
'Sherlock better watch out, 'cos Violet's about!' Wondrous Reads
Harriet Whitehorn grew up in London, where she still lives with her husband and three daughters. She has studied at Reading University, the Architectural Association and The Victoria and Albert Museum and has always worked in building conservation. She currently works for English Heritage. Violet and the Pearl of the Orient is her first novel.
When a new family move in next door, Violet is sure there's something strange about them. Then her eccentric, but lovely neighbour, Dee Dee Derota, has a precious jewel stolen.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Violet and the Pearl of the Orient and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-8 years old
Violet and the Pearl of the Orient features in the following genres: Recommended Children's eBooks, Recommendations, Featured Books for 7+ readers
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Violet and the Pearl of the Orient was written by Harriet Whitehorn and published by Simon & Schuster Childrens Books an imprint of Simon & Schuster Ltd
Violet and the Pearl of the Orient has 186 pages
Yes it is part of Violet Investigates series
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