Montgomery Bonbon: Mystery at the Manor [Paperback]

Bonbon is back in the third installment of the clever and funny illustrated murder mystery series. But tensions run high when she’s surrounded by crooks.

Bonnie Montgomery (as her case-cracking alter ego Montgomery Bonbon) has been tasked with delivering a priceless diamond to Adderstone Manor, the home of retired master thief Fergus Croke. The plot thickens faster than a good roux when Croke is found dead hours later, and every one of his four protégés is suspected of the dirty deed. But when everyone is a crook, how does even the great Bonbon know where to begin?
With the help of Grampa Banks and an undercover best friend, it’s not long before Bonbon uncovers hidden identities, motives a-many, and a rather surprising hedge maze full of monkeys. But can they catch the killer before it’s too late?Vraiment, another standout.
—Kirkus Reviews

Established Bonbon buffs will welcome another excellent installment, while newcomers will quickly find their footing in the terrifically funny, fast-paced setting. Amusing illustrations have a scribbled Quentin Blake quality that suits the silly story perfectly, and the utilization of dark page backgrounds during scenes set at night or underground is inspired. Another marvelous, pun-packed mystery with enormous appeal.
—Booklist

Charming and precocious ­Bonnie Montgomery is a pint-sized version of ­Inspector Poirot in this kid-friendly series reminiscent of Agatha Christie’s great works. It has all the necessary ingredients for a perfect whodunit. . . . Fantastically comical illustrations deliver insight into the characters’ personalities and keep the story moving right along.
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