Nancy Parker's Diary of Detection

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What is Nancy Parker's Diary of Detection about?

Fourteen-year-old Nancy Parker dreams of becoming a detective, but her first job is as a housemaid for the stylish Mrs Bryce. When Nancy arrives at the seaside town of Seabourne, she discovers a series of burglaries, a cook guarding a troubling secret and rumours about Mrs Bryce’s mysterious past. Determined to investigate, Nancy must gather clues, outwit danger and keep up with her chores. Told through journal entries and changing viewpoints, this lively mystery follows an aspiring young sleuth in 1920.

About the author

Julia Lee is a British author who writes exciting books for children. She loves creating curious characters, secret clues and adventures that keep readers turning the pages. Her stories include The Mysterious Misadventures of Clemency Wrigglesworth, The Dangerous Discoveries of Gully Potchard and Nancy Parker’s Diary of Detection. Julia has always enjoyed making up stories and reading books. She lives in Sussex with her family and a rather unhelpful cat.