"Another taut, involving, well-plotted thriller in a thought-provoking series."
The latest in Anthony Kessel’s thrilling detective-story-plus series sees Edie, fresh from receiving the George Cross for gallantry, investigating her Jewish family’s history and drawing on the strength and wisdom of her still much-missed mum to uncover corruption and evil even at the heart of the British government.
Her mum had been investigating the possibility that the German army had stolen artwork from the family during the war. Edie manages to find out more and on a trip to Poland with her father, brother and grandparents, uses her detecting abilities and courage to discover what turns out to be evidence of the crime.
Following it up further puts her in real danger as she realises there are Nazi-sympathisers in the highest offices in the land. As ever, she is helped and supported by her friends, especially boyfriend Harry, sweet and steely as required, and by her MI5 agent friend, but all the risks she takes herself.
The story includes flashbacks to the 1940s and we learn about the bravery of Edie’s great-aunt who stood up against the Nazis. All in all, it is another thrilling read and builds to an explosive climax, while readers can also follow Edie’s mum’s methods on coping with psychological stress.
One to recommend to fans of Sophie McKenzie and Holly Jackson.
The final, and most compelling book in the award-winning Don't Doubt the Rainbow quartet, delivers a gripping mystery while bringing teen detective Edie Marble's journey full circle.
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An exciting book right until the end!
An excellent well thought book that gives you a puzzle to follow and solve as you read!... Read Full Review
The final, and most compelling book in the award-winning Don't Doubt the Rainbow quartet, delivers a gripping mystery while bringing teen detective Edie Marble's journey full circle. As in previous books, multiple mysteries unfold, but the stakes are higher than ever for our heroine.The two stories unfolding in parallel are set in modern-day Britain and in the shadow of the Second World War - creating a thrilling adventure that traverses time.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Book of Names and determined it is suitable for children aged 11-14 years old
The Book of Names features in the following genres: Featured Books for 11+ readers, Featured Books for 13+ readers, Recommendations, Adventure Stories, Crime & Mystery, Historical Fiction, Art and Design, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Educational: Arts, general, Educational material
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The Book of Names was written by Anthony Kessel and published by Crown House Publishing
The Book of Names has 350 pages
Yes it is part of Don't Doubt the Rainbow series
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