Detective Gordon: A Case with a Bang

A Case with a Bang is the fifth whodunnit mystery in the Detective Gordon series, featuring two determinedly fair police officers, retired-toad Gordon and the indefatigable mouse Buffy, who solve the mystery and stop to eat cake. Night brings a horrible humming, scraping sound in the forest, and three large creatures are spotted up on the mountain. Detective Buffy discovers the case is a dangerous mystery, and she finds a way to communicate with the giant creatures. The book leaves readers with a memorable Gordon message: Everyone thinks differently, strangers are welcome, and cakes for everybody!

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 116 pages
Publication date: 01 March 2023
Publisher: Gecko Press

Illustrated in vibrant full color and brimming with charm and humor, this delightful fifth installment in the award-winning Detective Gordon series is a captivating read both alone and aloud.

A Case with a Bang marks the concluding chapter in the series of delightful detective stories for young readers, set in a friendly forest where the retired toad Gordon and the relentless mouse Buffy join forces to solve mysteries and indulge in delicious cake stops along the way.

As night descends upon the forest, a haunting humming and scraping sound echoes through the trees. Someone has vandalized the badgers trash can, causing a sense of disturbance. Later, three large creatures are spotted perched atop the mountain, adding to the mystery and suspense.

Detective Buffy, determined to unravel this seemingly small case, embarks on her first investigation, only to find herself flattened as a gingerbread by an enormous and terrifying presence. Back at the station, retired Detective Gordon is training a new young police assistant, and the supply of cakes in the forest bakery has run dry! While all the animals cower within the confines of the police station, Buffy recalls Gordons tales of trolls, questioning if these mythical creatures truly exist.

Drawing upon Gordons advice about embracing diversity and individual perspectives, Buffy finds a unique way to communicate with the giant creatures, revealing them to be perhaps not as fearsome as initially perceived.

The book leaves readers with a lasting message from Detective Gordon: Everyone thinks differently, strangers are welcome, and cakes for everybody! This final installment in the award-winning Detective Gordon series unfolds as a multi-layered philosophical tale, delving into the essence of good detective work, kindness towards newcomers, and making the right choices.

Winner of numerous awards and accolades, Detective Gordon is a mystery series that offers depth and complexity, making it an ideal choice for independent reading for emerging readers and a delightful experience for reading aloud as a chapter book.

Translated from the Swedish edition by Julia Marshall, this captivating series continues to captivate readers of all ages with its charming characters, witty dialogue, and thrilling mysteries.

Weight: 226g
Dimension: 204 x 145 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781776574889