The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow facts for kids
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| Author | Katherine Woodfine |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children |
| Publisher | Egmont Publishing |
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Publication date
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4 June 2015 |
| Media type | Print (Paperback) |
| Pages | 336 |
| ISBN | 9781405276177 |
The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow is an exciting mystery-adventure novel for young readers. It was written by British author Katherine Woodfine and first published in June 2015. This book is the very first story in The Sinclair's Mysteries series. The series follows a group of friends solving crimes in Edwardian England.
The book was chosen as Waterstones Children's Book of the Month in June 2015. Katherine Woodfine was inspired to write it by her favorite classic adventure stories. These included books by E. Nesbit, Frances Hodgson Burnett, Enid Blyton, and the famous Nancy Drew mysteries.
Contents
What is the Story About?
Imagine a world filled with fancy hats, delicious sweets, and amazing perfumes! This book takes you into a grand department store where a big mystery unfolds. Get ready to discover the daring theft of a priceless item: the amazing Clockwork Sparrow!
Sophie's New Life
The story begins with Sophie, a young girl who suddenly has no money after her father passes away. She is happy to find a job in the millinery department at Sinclair's. This is a brand-new, very fancy department store in London. It is about to become the biggest and most glamorous shop in the city.
New Friends and a Big Mystery
At Sinclair's, Sophie quickly makes new friends. There's Billy, a junior porter who helps move things around the store. She also meets Lil, a beautiful "mannequin" who shows off clothes during the day. At night, Lil dreams of becoming a famous actress.
Just before the grand opening of the store, something terrible happens. A daring burglary takes place! Many valuable items are stolen, including the priceless Clockwork Sparrow.
Solving the Crime
Things get even more complicated when Sophie herself becomes a suspect in the theft. To clear her name and find out what really happened, she knows she must solve the mystery. Her new friends, Lil and Billy, are ready to help her. Together, they work to uncover the truth and find out who stole the precious jewelry. They even get help from a street-smart boy named Joe.
Where Does the Story Take Place?
This exciting detective story is set in a huge Edwardian department store. The store is owned by a mysterious millionaire from New York. The author got her ideas for Sinclair's from famous real-life stores. These include places like Selfridges and Fortnum and Mason in London.
Edwardian Era
The Edwardian era was a time in British history from 1901 to 1910. It was named after King Edward VII. This period was known for its elegance and new inventions. Department stores like Sinclair's were very popular places to shop and socialize.
About the Book
- Author: Katherine Woodfine
- First published: June 2015
- Publisher: Egmont Publishing
- Age range: 9+ years
- Genre: Children's Mystery Adventure Series
