Books matching: unique skills of detectives
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Save:"The Case of the Dotty Dowager" by Cathy Ace follows the WISE Enquiries Agency, comprised of four women from Wales, Ireland, Scotland, and England, who work together to solve cases. The plot involves a mystery surrounding the disappearance of a body in a Duke's home, with the women detectives using their unique skills and backgrounds to uncover the truth. The writing style is described as full of promise, with a fun plot that introduces readers to interesting historical facts like Waterloo teeth. However, some readers found the delivery method lacking immersion as the story was mostly told rather than shown.
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Save:The first Modesty Blaise novel by Peter O'Donnell sets the stage for a thrilling series where Modesty and her right-hand man, Willie Garvin, come out of retirement to assist British Intelligence in a high-stakes operation. Modesty, a former criminal mastermind, is described as a far-sighted strategist, lethal in combat, and devastatingly beautiful. The story is filled with suspense, excitement, witty dialogue, and fascinating characters, making it a promising start to a series filled with espionage, adventure, and impossible escapes.
"A remarkable woman, Fraser," he said, watching the heavy smoke coiling up in the warm fluorescent light. "If you had been a child, on your own, in a Middle East DP camp in '45, do you think you could... - #3
Save:'Angel Killer' by Andrew Mayne follows FBI Special Agent Jessica Blackwood as she investigates a series of impossible crimes committed by a killer known as the Warlock. Jessica, with her background in magic and illusions, brings a unique perspective to the case and works alongside other agencies to catch the elusive murderer. The writing style seamlessly blends elements of magic, suspense, and crime investigation, creating a page-turner that keeps readers engaged until the very end.
MURDER IS A WORLD away from me in the children’s hospital as I watch Elsie’s pink fist close around the red sponge ball and squeeze. The scars on her hand turn red from the exertion, but she’s not pay... - #4
Save:Seventeen-year-old Cassie, a natural at reading people, is recruited by the FBI to join a classified program that uses exceptional teenagers to solve cold cases. The Naturals program consists of gifted teens with unusual skills working together to crack infamous cases, including a current serial killer on the loose. As Cassie delves deeper into the program, she realizes that danger looms closer than she ever imagined, with twists, suspense, and a lethal game of cat and mouse with the killer.
The book 'The Naturals' by Jennifer Lynn Barnes follows Cassie and her fellow Naturals as they navigate through profiling, mysteries, and chilling revelations. The plot intertwines elements of psychological thrillers, crime-solving, and teenage dynamics, offering a fast-paced narrative filled with engaging characters, intriguing cases, and a final twist that leaves readers hooked and eager to uncover more.
The hours were bad. The tips were worse, and the majority of my coworkers definitely left something to be desired, but c’est la vie, que será será, insert foreign language cliché of your choice here. ... - #5
Save:"Loot" by Jude Watson follows the story of March, the son of a thief, who is thrust into the world of thievery after his father's death. March discovers he has a twin sister, Jules, and together they embark on a quest to break a curse that says they will die before their thirteenth birthday by stealing moonstones. With the help of other orphaned kids with unique skills, they set out on a dangerous journey filled with heists, adventure, and suspense. is fast-paced, with short chapters and plenty of plot twists, making it an exciting read for middle schoolers.
March and Jules navigate a world filled with deceit, betrayal, and danger as they race against time to retrieve the stolen moonstones and outsmart both rival thieves and the authorities. The siblings must learn to trust each other and rely on their newfound friends to break the curse and uncover the truth behind their father's legacy. is a thrilling heist adventure that keeps readers on the edge of their seats with its unpredictable twists and turns, making it a captivating read for young readers.
March was desperate to run. Fast as he could, weaving through the suitcases and the tote bags and the newspapers and the cups of coffee and all these faces, all these people, so he could get to a plac...
