Titles in This Set: 1. The Case of the Stolen Sixpence 2. The Case of the Feathered Mask 3. The Case of the Secret Tunnel 4. The Case of the Blind Beetle 5. The Case of the Phantom Cat 6. The Case of the Spilled Ink 7. The Case of the Vanishing Emerald 8. The Case of the Weeping Mermaid Details: Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781847157034 Publisher: Stripes Publishing Age Range: 6-8 years Overview Step into gaslit Victorian London with Maisie Hitchins, a boarding-house girl who dreams of becoming a detective like her hero, Gilbert Carrington. This complete 8-book paperback collection follows Maisie and her loyal puppy Eddie as they tackle stolen coins, vanishing jewels, secret tunnels and phantom sightings. Written by bestselling author Holly Webb, the series blends gentle mystery, warmth and humour for children who love solving puzzles alongside a brave, resourceful heroine. About the Books Twelve-year-old Maisie Hitchins is a "noticing sort of person" convinced she'd make a brilliant detective if only she got the chance. Living in her grandmother's London boarding house, she spends her days on chores - until real mysteries land on her doorstep. In The Case of the Stolen Sixpence, Maisie rescues an abandoned puppy and uncovers a tangle of stolen sausages and pilfered coins. From there, the series follows Maisie through seven further cases: a stolen tribal mask, a missing friend and suspicious paw prints, a lodger who isn't what he seems, a golden scarab beetle stripped of its ruby eyes, a family's fortunes threatened by disappearing ships, a spooky cat haunting the neighbourhood, and a boarding-house thief with secrets to hide. Each story is a satisfying, self-contained mystery, rich with Victorian period detail, and Maisie's determination to prove girls can be brilliant detectives too. The books encourage deduction and a love of storytelling, while Maisie's warmth and pluck make her an easy heroine to root for. Complete 8-book paperback collection in one great-value set Charming Victorian setting full of period detail and atmosphere A spirited, relatable girl detective heroine children love following Self-contained mysteries perfect for building reading confidence Ideal for fans of gentle whodunits and animal companions Great gift for young mystery-loving readers aged 6-8 About the Author Holly Webb is a bestselling British children's author who lives in Reading, England. She began writing over two decades ago after working as a children's book editor, and has since written more than a hundred and seventy books, translated into thirty-three languages. Best known for warm, accessible animal and adventure stories, Holly created Maisie Hitchins to bring Victorian-style detective mysteries to younger readers, with likeable characters and gentle suspense. Why You'll Love This Set Eight complete mysteries, one brilliant heroine, and a whole world of Victorian intrigue - perfect for young readers ready to move beyond picture books into gripping, satisfying chapter stories they'll want to read again. Please Note: Cover artwork shown reflects the UK edition; ISBN and edition details are for the UK paperback set as listed.