The Detention Detectives

In this funny and exciting murder mystery, three seventh-grade misfits team up to solve a crime at their new school. The Detention Detectives is a fresh and entertaining take on the genre, perfect for fans of Sharna Jackson's The High-Rise Mysteries and Fleur Hitchcock's Murder in Midwinter.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

When I found a dead body at my new school, I thought it was the worst way to start my academic journey. However, getting involved in the investigation was inevitable, and it led me into a world of trouble. To my surprise, murder had struck Hanbridge High, and a group of misfit students, including myself, decided to solve the crime.

Jonno, the new boy, hoped that playing detective would convince his parents that moving to Hanbridge was a mistake. Lydia, the school reporter, saw this as an opportunity to make her news story the talk of the town. And Daniel, a young carer, had a personal motive to find the culprit and bring them to justice—for his mother's sake.

Despite our differences, we all had one thing in common: a desire to solve the mystery. We may not have been friends initially, but as we worked together, we discovered that we shared a common goal and a sense of determination. We formed a team called the Detention Detectives, and we set out to uncover the truth behind the murder.

Our investigation took us through the halls of Hanbridge High, where we encountered a cast of quirky characters, each with their own secrets and motivations. We had to navigate through lies, deceit, and unexpected twists to uncover the truth. Along the way, we faced challenges that tested our friendship, trust, and courage.

Despite the obstacles we faced, we remained determined to solve the case. We used our unique skills and talents to gather evidence, analyze clues, and piece together the puzzle. We worked late into the night, pouring over documents and interrogating witnesses.

Finally, after weeks of hard work, we discovered the truth behind the murder. It was a shocking revelation that none of us could have predicted. We were able to arrest the culprit and bring them to justice, thanks to our teamwork and determination.

As we reflected on our adventure, we realized that we had grown closer as friends. We had learned that we could rely on each other in times of crisis and that our differences could be our strengths. We had proven that misfits could come together and make a difference.

In conclusion, finding a dead body at my new school was a terrible way to start my academic journey, but getting involved in the investigation led me to a group of misfit students who became my closest friends. Through our teamwork and determination, we were able to solve a murder mystery and bring the culprit to justice. Our adventure taught us valuable lessons about friendship, trust, and courage, and we will always remember the Detention Detectives as a testament to the power of teamwork.

Weight: 248g
Dimension: 128 x 196 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241523384