Diary Detectives

Cass, Lex and Nicholas are crime-fighting, mystery-solving detectives, and are also known as the Bubble Street gang. Together they are working on a new mission: Operation Catch the Wicked Writer. When the team find an old diary full of wicked deeds, they aim to find out who the diary belongs to, all while trying to overturn the harsh new rules of the Resident's Association. Cass is a spunky, natural born leader. She is innovative and cheeky and is determined to be the best at solving mysteries. Lex is a sweet, endearing girl with incredible talent in all things sporty. Nicholas is a sensible, sincere boy with an inspiring passion for the arts. Together these three characters create a balanced dynamic. Their personalities complement each other, solidifying the strongest of friendships. This trio is an excellent example of kind friendships that any child would be glad to have. The plot of the mysterious diary is engaging throughout. With plenty of fun side stories, it is as if we are playing the games right alongside the gang. Cass is hilariously honest, with plenty of real laugh-out-loud moments when she says what we are all thinking. An easy and enjoyable read, and a fantastic plot twist to end on, Diary Detectives leaves you wanting more adventures with the Bubble Street Gang

* Children's Books Ireland *

McGann's usual mix of hilarious dialogue and eccentric characters

-- Irish Examiner

great if you like mystery stories ... didn't want to put it down

-- Peter Garvey, age 11 * Ireland's Own *

Perfect for modern day fans of Enid Blyton, with all the classic elements of a good adventure story

-- Parents in Touch

If the result of their investigation isn't quite as they anticipated, the entertaining adventure makes it all worthwhile, as Cass and Co succeed in inspiring young detectives that mysteries are everywhere, just waiting for someone to solve them

-- Pet O'Connell * Evening Echo *

filled with fun, laughs and a great mystery (or two) to solve, the third in this series is even better than the rest. An engaging story, Diary Detectives is easy to read, but still challenging as it pulls the reader along through these children's world at a pitch-perfect, absorbing rate. You feel as if you know these people. Cass and her friends are realistically drawn and the adults in the story are seen through real children's eyes. While there are loads of wacky episodes, there is also a strong sense of realistic, logical thought and good detective work as they work their way through another mystery. It has that sense of childhood wonder and adventure that makes it a joy to read at any age. The drawings are whimsical and lively; adding life, imagery and a strong feeling of time and place that allows the characters and the story to jump off the page. So funny, sassy and warm, you'll want to join in!

-- Fallen Star Stories

brilliant

-- LMFM * Gerry Kelly's Late Lunch *