The Peacock Detectives : Honour Book in the 2019 CBCAs for Book of the Year: Younger Readers - Carly Nugent

The Peacock Detectives

Honour Book in the 2019 CBCAs for Book of the Year: Younger Readers

By: Carly Nugent

Paperback | 28 May 2018

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Honour Book in the 2019 CBCAs for Book of the Year: Younger Readers

Shortlisted for the 2017 Text Prize, The Peacock Detectives is a delightfully Australian story for middle-grade readers about self-discovery and dealing with change

The last time William Shakespeare and Virginia went missing Cassie frund them sitting on a coiled hose behind the fire station, and Dad called 'Cassie Andersen, Peacock Detective'. So this time she knows what to do - she'll look for clues and track them down. But the clues lead her in an unexpected direction and Cassie finds herself investigating a confusing mystery about her family.

The Peacock Detectives is a warm and engaging story for middle-grade readers about dealing with change and finding out who you are.
Industry Reviews
'A tender and heartfelt story.' -- Martine Murray
'Heartfelt and funny...Carly Nugent's debut is a lively and generous story that acknowledges the powerful feelings of its readers, and the space they occupy in the world.' * Books+Publishing *
'Nugent gently explores issues of depression...and brings the whole adventure satisfyingly around with a delightful peacock discovery.' * SA Weekend *
'Approaches tender topics with unflinching courage and aplomb.' * Kirkus *
'Quietly powerful...Debut author Nugent sensitively portrays Cassie's struggles with family and friends as she grows to see that true bonds can be both hard won and well worth the effort.' * Publishers Weekly *
'A highly rewarding read.' * YA Books Central *
'Friendly and inviting...audiences will want to come along for the ride.' * BCCB *
Friendship and family come first, making this detective story a good choice for any realistic fiction fan, mystery lover or not.' * Horn Book Magazine *

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