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annettebooksofhopeanddreams's review against another edition
4.0
This is actually only a short story. I'm pretty sure that I also have the collection with this story in it, but at the time I didn't realize I didn't have to get those mini-books to read those stories. However, the fun part is that I can at least read these ones in the right order and where they are meant to be read. In this case in between book 6 and book 7.
What I liked about this mini-mystery is that Daisy is the one to tell it. Mostly Hazel is the one writing all their adventures down and this gave us a chance to have another peek into Daisy's way of thinking. It was exactly as I had expected it to be. Daisy put herself on a pedestal and she's terrified Hazel is ever gonna knock her off it. But she loves the girl. I don't doubt that.
The case was of course not that complicated. There were no crazy plot twists or last minute reveals changing everything, but I liked the touch of culture and the mix up with the actual treasure hunt Daisy's uncle made for them. I also enjoyed seeing Alexander and George back! Although I'm quite happy that Stevens keeps the romantic undertones in the background.
And now I'm ready to dive into their next adventure! We're going to the theatre! And I know that I'll be going with them very very soon!
What I liked about this mini-mystery is that Daisy is the one to tell it. Mostly Hazel is the one writing all their adventures down and this gave us a chance to have another peek into Daisy's way of thinking. It was exactly as I had expected it to be. Daisy put herself on a pedestal and she's terrified Hazel is ever gonna knock her off it. But she loves the girl. I don't doubt that.
The case was of course not that complicated. There were no crazy plot twists or last minute reveals changing everything, but I liked the touch of culture and the mix up with the actual treasure hunt Daisy's uncle made for them. I also enjoyed seeing Alexander and George back! Although I'm quite happy that Stevens keeps the romantic undertones in the background.
And now I'm ready to dive into their next adventure! We're going to the theatre! And I know that I'll be going with them very very soon!
mehsi's review against another edition
5.0
The girls are back again and they have a new mystery to solve, this time involving mummies, treasures, and more!
This one is a short one, 96 pages + some extras. I was at first very worried that this would just be an UK store exclusive, but then came the happy news this one would also be released to everyone. Imagine my delight and how hard I squealed. I would be able to read this book! Yay!
This time our POV is Daisy. She isn't always a favourite of mine, mostly to do with her attitude and how she always thinks she is the best and no one should surpass her. I did love that she had a coming out in the Death in the Spotlight book, I already had my suspicions given how she acted whenever a boy was around + how Hazel was acting when Alexander is around.
However this one takes place before the DitS book, but we do see tons of hints here for that book. She states that she never sees boys the way Hazel does.
But at times I was a bit frustrated with her (how she treated the treasure hunt and her uncle, she should be a bit more appreciative of him or how she treats Hazel at times), but I also saw a fun side to her. It made me quite happy that this story is from Daisy's POV, it gave me a better chance to get to know her. To see how much she grew up from when we first meet her and Hazel. Her big big big plans for the future, and how she already thinks she is there. :P I had a bit of a laugh at how she kept competing with George on things.
I just adored seeing them walk around London on their own (first at the treasure hunt and then later when they were trying to solve a whole different mystery). I know this sounds a bit silly, but how to explain it better, this one takes place in 1936, so it isn't that common for kids to just walk around without chaperones. Especially the girls. So I was delighted that they finally had the chance (and later took the chance) to go outside. It really shows that they are growing up, and that they want more freedom.
Felix treasure hunt was a fun one, I had fun figuring out the codes and the riddles myself. Cheering for the characters to figure it out as well, and then being excited to see what the prize would be.
We also get another mystery alongside of the treasure hunt. Someone is stealing treasures, but who is it. Inside job? Something else? Our girls (and our boys) are on the case!
I loved that we also see our Pinkerton boys again. They are such fun characters, and I especially love Hazel's reactions to Alexander. It was great fun to see our two girls and two boys cooperate and try to solve the mystery together.
All in all, highly recommended and I can't wait for the next mystery for Hazel and Daisy. Will we go back to the boarding school again? Will the mystery take place there? *is excited*
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
This one is a short one, 96 pages + some extras. I was at first very worried that this would just be an UK store exclusive, but then came the happy news this one would also be released to everyone. Imagine my delight and how hard I squealed. I would be able to read this book! Yay!
This time our POV is Daisy. She isn't always a favourite of mine, mostly to do with her attitude and how she always thinks she is the best and no one should surpass her. I did love that she had a coming out in the Death in the Spotlight book, I already had my suspicions given how she acted whenever a boy was around + how Hazel was acting when Alexander is around.
However this one takes place before the DitS book, but we do see tons of hints here for that book. She states that she never sees boys the way Hazel does.
But at times I was a bit frustrated with her (how she treated the treasure hunt and her uncle, she should be a bit more appreciative of him or how she treats Hazel at times), but I also saw a fun side to her. It made me quite happy that this story is from Daisy's POV, it gave me a better chance to get to know her. To see how much she grew up from when we first meet her and Hazel. Her big big big plans for the future, and how she already thinks she is there. :P I had a bit of a laugh at how she kept competing with George on things.
I just adored seeing them walk around London on their own (first at the treasure hunt and then later when they were trying to solve a whole different mystery). I know this sounds a bit silly, but how to explain it better, this one takes place in 1936, so it isn't that common for kids to just walk around without chaperones. Especially the girls. So I was delighted that they finally had the chance (and later took the chance) to go outside. It really shows that they are growing up, and that they want more freedom.
Felix treasure hunt was a fun one, I had fun figuring out the codes and the riddles myself. Cheering for the characters to figure it out as well, and then being excited to see what the prize would be.
We also get another mystery alongside of the treasure hunt. Someone is stealing treasures, but who is it. Inside job? Something else? Our girls (and our boys) are on the case!
I loved that we also see our Pinkerton boys again. They are such fun characters, and I especially love Hazel's reactions to Alexander. It was great fun to see our two girls and two boys cooperate and try to solve the mystery together.
All in all, highly recommended and I can't wait for the next mystery for Hazel and Daisy. Will we go back to the boarding school again? Will the mystery take place there? *is excited*
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
pewterwolf's review
4.0
Review Taken from The Pewter Wolf
For the past few months, I’ve been itching to get back into the Murder Most Unladylike series. I have no real reason why - I read Arsenic For Tea - the second book in the series - back in 2015 and I read a Mini-Mystery, The Case of the Blue Violet, in 2016. And I always said that these were fun and I wanted to go back.
But for one excuse or another, I never did return and, when I tried, I couldn’t find my “in”. I tried with the fourth book in the series - Jolly Foul Play - and struggled and I didn’t want to read the starter in the series. Plus, for some reason, the later novels appealed to me, with the fifth - Mistletoe and Murder - catching my eye. I’m sorry, but murder at Christmas. Doesn’t that gripping?
So, when I went into my local Waterstones to have a look, I saw The Case of the Missing Treasure and jumped straight on it. At last, a fast “in” for me. Plus, it’s a Waterstones exclusive (for now - most booksellers will be able to sell this in match 2019) so, at the present moment in time, you have to go to your local bookshop and buy it! HAHA!
After the events of A Spoonful of Murder, Daisy and Hazel are back in London, staying at Daisy’s Uncle Felix and Aunt Lucy. One morning, they hear a news article, saying that a thief is robbing museums all over London. On Daisy’s birthday, Uncle Felix sets up a treasure hunt for her, Hazel and friends/rivals, the Junior Pinkertons, the four find themselves in the British Museum, trying to solve clues that Uncle Felix and Aunt Lucy have left. Expect… one of the clues they find isn’t from Uncle Felix or Aunt Lucy. One clue is from the thief and they are going to rob the British Museum that night!
This was so much fun. I think you might have noticed that I have been reading quite a few heavy stories of late and this was a lovely refresher/sorbet to my reading pallet. It was fun and I enjoyed dipping in and out and rediscovering my love of Middle Grade.
Now, this is a novella, a short story, so this is one for the fans or people curious over the series as it gives a favour to the series. Expect, while it does, it doesn’t. All the short stories within the series (or Mini Mysteries) are told from Daisy’s point of view. She’s a little spoilt, impressive and is much lighter, which suits the short story mysteries. However, it’s her friend, Hazel, who writes the novels and her voice is much different. Her voice is more serious, which is more suited to the murders the two have to investigate. I’m not sure if I could read this series is Daisy wrote the novels - her voice might grate on readers when dealing with the subject of murder.
I did enjoy myself with this, though I did wish it was a tad longer. There is a sneak peek of the first few chapters of the seventh book in the Murder Most Unladylike series, Death on the Spotlight, and I did read a chapter and a half before stopping myself. I am planning to read this, but want to go in blind. Plus, at the time fo writing this, I have bought Mistletoe and Murder and A Spoonful of Murder, so I want to read these in the next few months before jumping into Death in the Spotlight.
But I think this is a short story for the fans of this series and this has finally given me the push to get into this series again! And I can’t wait!
For the past few months, I’ve been itching to get back into the Murder Most Unladylike series. I have no real reason why - I read Arsenic For Tea - the second book in the series - back in 2015 and I read a Mini-Mystery, The Case of the Blue Violet, in 2016. And I always said that these were fun and I wanted to go back.
But for one excuse or another, I never did return and, when I tried, I couldn’t find my “in”. I tried with the fourth book in the series - Jolly Foul Play - and struggled and I didn’t want to read the starter in the series. Plus, for some reason, the later novels appealed to me, with the fifth - Mistletoe and Murder - catching my eye. I’m sorry, but murder at Christmas. Doesn’t that gripping?
So, when I went into my local Waterstones to have a look, I saw The Case of the Missing Treasure and jumped straight on it. At last, a fast “in” for me. Plus, it’s a Waterstones exclusive (for now - most booksellers will be able to sell this in match 2019) so, at the present moment in time, you have to go to your local bookshop and buy it! HAHA!
After the events of A Spoonful of Murder, Daisy and Hazel are back in London, staying at Daisy’s Uncle Felix and Aunt Lucy. One morning, they hear a news article, saying that a thief is robbing museums all over London. On Daisy’s birthday, Uncle Felix sets up a treasure hunt for her, Hazel and friends/rivals, the Junior Pinkertons, the four find themselves in the British Museum, trying to solve clues that Uncle Felix and Aunt Lucy have left. Expect… one of the clues they find isn’t from Uncle Felix or Aunt Lucy. One clue is from the thief and they are going to rob the British Museum that night!
This was so much fun. I think you might have noticed that I have been reading quite a few heavy stories of late and this was a lovely refresher/sorbet to my reading pallet. It was fun and I enjoyed dipping in and out and rediscovering my love of Middle Grade.
Now, this is a novella, a short story, so this is one for the fans or people curious over the series as it gives a favour to the series. Expect, while it does, it doesn’t. All the short stories within the series (or Mini Mysteries) are told from Daisy’s point of view. She’s a little spoilt, impressive and is much lighter, which suits the short story mysteries. However, it’s her friend, Hazel, who writes the novels and her voice is much different. Her voice is more serious, which is more suited to the murders the two have to investigate. I’m not sure if I could read this series is Daisy wrote the novels - her voice might grate on readers when dealing with the subject of murder.
I did enjoy myself with this, though I did wish it was a tad longer. There is a sneak peek of the first few chapters of the seventh book in the Murder Most Unladylike series, Death on the Spotlight, and I did read a chapter and a half before stopping myself. I am planning to read this, but want to go in blind. Plus, at the time fo writing this, I have bought Mistletoe and Murder and A Spoonful of Murder, so I want to read these in the next few months before jumping into Death in the Spotlight.
But I think this is a short story for the fans of this series and this has finally given me the push to get into this series again! And I can’t wait!
l1nds's review
4.0
Saw this at the till in Waterstones when I was buying something else and saved it for a rainy day. And today was just that rainy day! You can't beat a cosy mystery on a rainy Sunday afternoon, and Hazel and Daisy never disappoint!
kait_lost_in_books's review against another edition
4.0
It’s the school holidays and the girls from Deepdean School are in London visiting Daisy’s uncle when a mysterious series of burglaries catches the attention of the young detectives. Treasures are going missing from museums all over London! Forbidden to investigate, the girls are glum until two of their friends from a rival school visit and Uncle Felix sets up a treasure hunt for them around the British Museum. Things soon get more exciting than anyone had bargained for.
These murder mysteries for kids are all set in the 1930s in a very well-to-do society London. This is one of the mini mysteries, just 150 pages and easily manageable in a day even for young readers - perfect for encouraging the reading bug in 9-12 year old+. I love them as light fun reading in between some of the heavier reads on my shelves. Think Nancy Drew crossed with the female friendships, school elements and gentle writing style of The Worst Witch and you’d be getting close.
These murder mysteries for kids are all set in the 1930s in a very well-to-do society London. This is one of the mini mysteries, just 150 pages and easily manageable in a day even for young readers - perfect for encouraging the reading bug in 9-12 year old+. I love them as light fun reading in between some of the heavier reads on my shelves. Think Nancy Drew crossed with the female friendships, school elements and gentle writing style of The Worst Witch and you’d be getting close.
inejghafaenthusiast's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
daniellechloe22's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.25
sophieemeredith's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
shouldireadthis's review
4.0
4 stars. Cute mini-mystery and lots of fun historical facts here too. Acts as a great stop-gap between books 6 and 7. Very enjoyable case, and great to see George and Alexander again too.