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Omschrijving
In the quiet neighborhood of Maplewood Street, siblings Emma and Jake Chen have earned a quiet reputation as young detectives. Their sharp observation, logical thinking, and curiosity have helped solve small local mysteries-but nothing could prepare them for the strange letter that arrives one afternoon, addressed simply to "The Young Detectives of Maplewood Street."
The letter leads them to the grand, ivy-covered Blackwood Manor, a house whispered about in local legend as haunted and abandoned. There, they meet the enigmatic Mrs. Blackwood, an elderly woman who has lived in secrecy for years. She entrusts the children with a task unlike any they've faced before-a decades-old mystery involving a missing heirloom, cryptic clues left by her late husband, and a web of secrets that has lingered in silence for generations.
Inside the manor's walls, the past speaks in whispers. Every object holds a riddle: a brass key etched with strange markings, a faded photograph of a forgotten garden, a pressed flower, a fragment of sheet music, and a small mirror with patterns invisible to the casual eye. To unravel the mystery, Emma and Jake must draw on their wits, their courage, and their bond as siblings, following a trail that challenges their logic and tests their trust.
As they delve deeper into the puzzle, the children come to understand that mysteries are not always about hidden treasures, but about understanding truth, loyalty, and human nature. The story weaves together elements of classic detective fiction and moral reflection, presenting a narrative where curiosity becomes a virtue and perseverance a form of quiet heroism.
The Secret of Blackwood Manor is a story of discovery-of history, family, and the importance of seeing beyond appearances. It celebrates intelligence and empathy, showing young readers that courage often begins with asking questions, and that wisdom grows from both reason and compassion.
Blending mystery, adventure, and moral insight, this tale stands as both an engaging detective story and a thoughtful lesson in ethics. It invites readers into a world where every clue is a lesson, every decision carries meaning, and every mystery reveals not just a secret, but a deeper understanding of what it means to do what is right.
Specificaties
Betrokkenen
- Auteur(s):
- Uitgeverij:
Inhoud
- Aantal bladzijden:
- 52
- Taal:
- Engels
- Reeks:
- Reeksnummer:
- nr. 1
Eigenschappen
- Productcode (EAN):
- 9789198976496
- Verschijningsdatum:
- 6/10/2025
- Uitvoering:
- Paperback
- Formaat:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Afmetingen:
- 127 mm x 178 mm
- Gewicht:
- 54 g
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