Skønlitteratur for børn og unge: krimier og mysterier

A New York Times Bestseller * A USA Today Bestseller * In this feminist, suspenseful thriller the daughter of a con artist is taken hostage in a bank heist—and will need to tap into all her skills in order to survive. Now in paperback!Nora O'Malley's been a lot of girls. As the daughter of a con-artist who targets criminal men, she grew up as her mother's protégé. But when her mom fell for the mark instead of conning him, Nora pulled the ultimate con: escape.For five years Nora's been playing at normal. But she needs to dust off the skills she ditched because she has three problems:#1: Her ex walked in on her with her girlfriend. Even though they're all friends, Wes didn't know about her and Iris.#2: The morning after Wes finds them kissing, they all have to meet to deposit the fundraiser money they raised at the bank. It's a nightmare that goes from awkward to deadly, because:#3: Right after they enter the bank, two guys start robbing it.The bank robbers may be trouble, but Nora's something else entirely. They have no idea who they're really holding hostage . . .A FORBES, BUZZFEED, BOOK RIOT AND KIRKUS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

The Happy Hollisters are excited about the upcoming autumn season, with plans for pumpkin decorating, bobbing for apples, and the Shoreham Halloween parade. They decide to host a party for their friends and Farmer Johnson offers the use of his barn for the festivities in exchange for the children's help selling pumpkins at his farm stand.The mysteries begin almost right away, when the horn on Farmer Johnson's old Model T Ford begins to blow . . . when no one is in the car! Pete and Pam spy a girl in a red jacket running away from the barn, but she escapes into the woods before they can ask who she is. On the chase, they stumble on an ancient gravestone behind the barn-upon which is written a cryptic message about a hidden treasure. Then a stranger asks for the children's help finding a weathervane in the shape of a golden witch. Could all of these mysteries be related, and will they be solved before they interfere with the children's Halloween festivities?

The third installment to the Summersville series is juicer than ever! Four months of Carmen's life is gone, Samantha is found wandering around with no memory of of how she ended up on the side of the road. Crystal finds an old photo that is linked to RJ. The twists and turns have led to catching the killer, but who is going to survive the night? Who is going to turn their back on the group?

LENA IST NEU IM BURGINTERNAT. DORT SOLL FRÜHER EINE RITTERIN GELEBT HABEN! ALS ECHTE FORSCHERIN SUCHT SIE NACH DER RITTERINNEN-RÜSTUNG - UND MACHT EINE SENSATIONELLE ENTDECKUNG.Lena ist begeistert: In ihrer neuen Schule soll es früher mal eine Ritterin gegeben haben!Sie nimmt sich vor, als erste Forscherin eine echte Ritterinnen-Rüstung zu entdecken. Lena gründet mit ihren neuen Freundinnen die Bande der Ritterinnen und macht sich auf die Suche.Die fünf Freundinnen lassen sich eine Menge einfallen, damit auch Mia in ihrem Rollstuhl überall dabei sein kann. Dann machen sie eine sensationelle Entdeckung.

Unleash Your Inner Detective With Teenage Magician Eli Marks!Join thirteen-year-old Eli as he moves in with his magician uncle and uncovers the secrets of the magic world in "The Curious Mysteries of Eli Marks." With brain-teasing puzzles in each chapter, Eli uses his smarts to solve mysteries while learning about the fascinating world of magic. Readers can join in the fun and try to solve the puzzles alongside Eli ... PLUS learn ten amazing magic tricks with step-by-step instructions and illustrations in the second half of the book. "The Curious Mysteries of Eli Marks" is sure to captivate readers from beginning to end. Don't miss out on this spellbinding adventure!"The Curious Mysteries of Eli Marks is the perfect way to get young people interested in reading and get them interested in the world's greatest art form...MAGIC! Highly recommended!" - Lance Burton, Master Magician

Public buildings and monuments are collapsing around the world... and no one knows why! A reclusive multinational corporation claims to have found the answer. Finnley McDougall and his best friend Hadley are growing apart from each other as things at school become weirder and weirder. Tessa of the Golden Star remains stuck in the wrong place and time. Wullie-The-Mahaar-Gome, their scruffy, rude, bad-tempered protector seems unable to help. Despite the victory in the Battle of Tårsjo Plain life on the planet does not seem safer. Power in the gome world is shifting to a city in Central America ruled by a cruel tyrant who uses slaves to build up his empire and protects his city by a volcano below and a lake up above filled with murderous bull sharks. Can anything restore balance between the worlds of gomes and humans? The answer may lie in an inaccessible canyon on the Navajo Reservation on the Colorado Plateau that is drawing in the attention of the world.

After spending over seven decades roaming the world with Wullie-The-Mahaar-Gome having adventures, we finally persuaded Hugh McDougall to share notes and sketches from the journals he kept during his travels. We hope that this field guide will help more of you to better understand the remarkable rock creatures that we call gomes and that are living among us. They are secretive and hard to spot but if you know where to look and what to look out for then the world of gomes will open up to you.

"Home from their adventures abroad in book one, Eli and his friends are safe and sound at Epcot with their families or are they? When Eli learns that the CEO of the Walt Disney Company has mysteriously done a 180 and ordered Villains Realms to be built in every park across the globe, he and his friends know something is amiss. It turns out that Ursula, the baddest of the big bads, has recruited an evil chemist to recreate Walt's magical ink, which would allow the Villains to travel between parks and end Disney magic as we know it. With the help of Cinderella's very own Fairy Godmother the notorious FGM as she's known in this world they set out to stop Ursula jumping from Epcot to Disneyland to Disneyland Paris, where the ultimate battle between good and evil plays out. Will Eli and his friends prevail, or will the Villains finally have their way?--Provied by publisher.

When twelve-year-old Alice, who receives messages from the dead, discovers a man with a deadly sunlight allergy was murdered, she and the victim's niece work together to uncover the truth.

Haunted by the death of her sister and the decades-old cold case of best friends Bailey and Celeste, eighteen-year-old Tru becomes entangled with a mysterious girl named Rio as their pursuit of the truth unveils an otherworldly connection to the victims and puts them in the crosshairs of a potentially resurfaced killer.

To live is Christ. To die is much more likely.Raised as a skilled assassin, the young and ambitious Sadie Black knows nothing else; her only way to live is for someone to die. Doing otherwise would betray her sole support network and leave her at the wrong end of a gun-which is exactly where Sadie has landed herself.Abandoning the life of a hired killer for a new life in Christ, Sadie must work with a self-reliant FBI agent and his cryptic superior to secure her freedom before a vengeful family can steal her back to the career she's desperately running from. Or they execute something a bit more...fatal.Filled with sarcasm and intrigue, this contemporary faith-based novel proves itself as a must-read for adventure-seeking teens and new adults.

Not long after the Hollisters, Indy, and Emmy Roades arrive on Wicket-ee-nock Island, they discover that something is very much amiss. The Franklins, who live on the island, seem to be hiding something in their barn. The Franklins warn them not to go near the barn! A prowler is seen near the abandoned inn where the Hollisters are staying.Later, their belongings are ransacked, and they receive a fake telegram, supposedly from Mrs. Hollister, ordering them to return home. Then, one night, the ghost horse looks eerily out of the fog.When the Hollisters realize that someone is trying to scare them off the island, they are determined to find out why.A man with a beard and a foreign accent saves them from drowning but then disappears into the night. A pair of Lipizzan horses, a scrap of paper bearing a coat of arms, and a secret tunnel provide several clues, and after experiencing some harrowing moments, the Hollisters set out to find the valuable diamond-encrusted coat of arms that is the heart of the mystery of the ghost horse!In the process, they learn a great deal about the work of the Audubon Society and about the training of the world-famous Lipizzaners.The author thanks The National Audubon Society for its courteous assistance in the preparation of this story.

Join the Young Enquirers as they embark on exciting adventures in uncovering the truth! This collection of thrilling short stories is perfect for kids aged 9-11 who love solving mysteries and cracking puzzles. With each story, you will be taken on a journey filled with mystery, detection, and intrigue. The Young Enquirers are a group of junior sleuths who have a passion for uncovering the truth behind strange occurrences and solving puzzles. They use their detective skills, logic, and creativity to unravel the secrets and solve the mysteries. Each story is unique and will keep you on the edge of your seat as you follow the Young Enquirers on their journey to solve the case.This book is perfect for young readers who love mystery, adventure, and solving puzzles. Get ready to be transported to a world of mystery and excitement as you join the Young Enquirers on their adventures in uncovering the truth!

The Puzzling Investigator is a thrilling collection of challenging cases, perfect for kids between the ages of 9 and 11. Each story takes the reader on a journey alongside the clever and determined protagonist, Johnathan, as he works to uncover the truth behind mysterious events and solve complex puzzles.This book is full of twists and turns that will keep readers engaged from beginning to end. The stories are carefully crafted with the young reader in mind, introducing them to the excitement and satisfaction of solving a mystery.Each story is set in a different location, from a bustling city to a peaceful countryside, providing a unique backdrop for each investigation. From strange creatures causing trouble in the city, to missing persons on a hiking trip, Johnathan's skills are put to the test as he uncovers secrets and solves puzzles.The Puzzling Investigator is not only a great read, but also encourages critical thinking and problem solving skills, making it a great tool for encouraging young readers to develop their minds. Whether they're reading for the thrill of the mystery or just for a good story, this collection is sure to keep them entertained and captivated.So join Johnathan on his exciting adventures, and discover the thrill of solving a mystery!

Uncover your hidden fears. To move forward to the next step, you must first understand what exactly you fear. In Catholic theology, Limbo is the afterlife world of those who die in original sin without being assigned to the Hell of the Damned. The other understanding of limbo refers to the permanent place and state of the souls of those who have died without baptism and without mortal sin. Science and philosophy can tell us a lot about life, but when the moment of life has passed us by, what would be the biggest wish in life?

Finnley McDougall's best friend Hadley is dying of gomebane poison. The secret cure was lost five hundred years ago when the Inca Empire collapsed. And unless he can control his emotions Finn will stiffen up and turn to stone. Dealing with school bullies and obnoxious popular girls was a lot easier than this. And to make things even worse, Wullie, his scruffy, rude, bad-tempered friend and protector is being hunted by the most evil gomes in Europe. Can Finn trust Varry Doo, the bog witch of Calanais, to help? Will he survive getting slathered with alpaca grease and soot, eating freeze-dried llama meat, and getting covered in condor vomit? If so he may need to crawl through the snow past decomposing sheep carcasses and an army of angry gomes to try to save the day. It won't be as easy as it sounds.

In this high-interest accessible novel for middle-grade readers, shy thirteen-year-old Bree Wong must channel her inner anime heroine to solve a crime at the Anime Expo.

With a mom in forensics and a dad on the police force, it's no wonder that fourteen-year-old Bailey McKenzie has her sights set on working in the field of law enforcement as well. When she and her friends are given the opportunity to be junior forensic interns for the summer with her mother leading them, Bailey jumps at the chance to get a start on her career. But investigating a murder scene takes a personal turn when the team, specifically Bailey, comes under attack and their lives are placed in danger. As the team continues to try to put the pieces together, can they depend on God to help them figure out who the murderer is and catch the criminal before it's too late? Or will Bailey's dreams of fighting for justice never become a reality? Bailey must follow the clues to answer these questions. But through it all, Bailey must learn to decide who she can trust and place her faith in the One Who will never let her down.

The Case Files: Uncovering Secrets in the City is a collection of mystery short stories designed for kids aged 9-11. These stories follow the adventures of a young detective as they work to solve a range of intriguing mysteries and puzzles. From missing persons to haunted houses and stolen treasures, each case presents a new challenge and the opportunity to use their wits and problem-solving skills.Each story is crafted with the interests and attention span of late elementary kids in mind. The language is accessible, the plots are engaging, and the mysteries are challenging enough to keep kids engaged and entertained. With a focus on teamwork, critical thinking, and creativity, these stories are more than just a fun read - they're also a great way for kids to develop important skills and life-lessons.The Case Files: Uncovering Secrets in the City is a book that kids will return to again and again. Whether they're looking for a quick read or a longer adventure, the stories in this collection have something for everyone. Whether it's the excitement of solving a mystery or the thrill of the chase, kids will be eager to turn the page and discover what happens next.So if you're looking for a book that's both fun and educational, look no further than The Case Files: Uncovering Secrets in the City. With its exciting stories, engaging characters, and challenging puzzles, it's the perfect choice for kids who love mystery and adventure.

"City Mysteries Unraveled: The Adventures of Young Sleuths" is a collection of thrilling and challenging short stories for kids aged 9-11. Join our young detectives as they navigate the complexities of city life and solve mysteries that have plagued their communities. These stories are designed to engage and captivate young readers while also promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.With twists and turns at every corner, each story will have you on the edge of your seat as you follow our detectives as they gather clues, interview suspects, and ultimately uncover the truth. From car thefts to strange creatures causing trouble in the city, no mystery is too big for our young sleuths to solve. These stories are the perfect blend of action, suspense, and humor, making them a hit with kids who love a good mystery.So get ready to sharpen your detective skills and join our young sleuths on their adventures in unraveling city mysteries. With each mystery solved, kids will develop their critical thinking, problem-solving and deductive reasoning skills, all while having a fun and engaging reading experience."City Mysteries Unraveled: The Adventures of Young Sleuths" is an excellent choice for kids who are just starting to explore the world of mysteries and want to develop their detective skills. So come along on these exciting adventures and see if you have what it takes to unravel the mystery!

After solving two cold case murders during her sophomore year-not to mention getting expelled, arrested, and nearly killed-Izzy Brown longs for a normal teenage summer. A summer that, at a bare minimum, won't involve a murderous psycho holding her at gunpoint.Seeking a fresh start, Izzy moves north with her family to Ashes in the Pines, a resort town in the Appalachian Mountains. There she lands a job at Fuller Farms, the luxury summer camp of choice for children of the uber-rich. A camp that Izzy's best friend, Elton Jones-Davies, happens to be attending.But then Izzy learns she wasn't hired to serve meals in the Fuller Farms dining hall. She was hired to solve the murder of a camp counselor seventeen years earlier. Together, Izzy and Elton try to unravel the camp's deadly secrets but are thwarted at every step by those who want to hide the truth. So much for a normal teenage summer.Set in 2009 during the Great Recession and the first wave of the opioid epidemic, Ashes in the Pines is the third book in the Izzy and Elton Mystery Series.

"Bachchon ki secret service" [The Secret Service of Kids] is a spy story written in a simple, smooth and fluent language in the format of a novelette for children by Saghira Bano Shireen.

"As the King of England's illegitimate daughter, seventeen-year-old Evan Bright knows a thing or two about keeping secrets. But when she's forced to spend the summer in London with her father and the royal family, who aren't exactly thrilled she exists, her identity is mysteriously revealed, and suddenly the world is dying to know every juicy lie the press prints about her. After a fun night turns deadly and Evan becomes the primary suspect in a murder investigation, the escalating rumors and fallout threaten to tear her life apart. As she fights to uncover the truth about what happened, she discovers royal secrets that are even more scandalous than she imagined -- secrets that could change the monarchy forever."--