The Friday Mystery
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2025

The Friday Mystery

By Elaine Heney

Part of the Blackthorn Stables Junior series

Pizzas vanish every Friday. Can young detectives solve the mystery before dinner is ruined?

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In Blackthorn Bay, pizzas disappear mysteriously from Mr. Luigi's shop every Friday. Young detectives Emily, Sophie, Jack, and their dog Benji race to solve the mystery. Who is the shadowy figure leaving floury footprints? With time running out, they must uncover the truth before more customers go hungry. Join this thrilling adventure full of twists and turns!

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In Blackthorn Bay, delicious pizzas are mysteriously vanishing from Mr. Luigi’s new pizza shop. Young detectives Emily (9), Sophie (9), Jack (8), and their clever dog Benji are on the case, racing against time to uncover the truth before more hungry customers are left without dinner. Why do the pizzas only vanish on Fridays? And who is the mysterious shadow lurking in the dark alley, leaving behind strange floury footprints? Join Emily, Sophie, Jack, and Benji in this thrilling Friday mystery full of twists and turns!Encouraging Children to Read: Reading is essential for children’s cognitive development, language skills, and creativity. Books like this encourage children to engage with exciting stories, build their vocabulary, and develop a lifelong love of reading.Make reading easy & fun for children, including those with dyslexia & reluctant readers: Early Reader Book: Suitable for a reading level of 6 and 7 years. Uses large text and lots of pictures. Perfect for young readers who love adventure, mystery and dogs!Suitable for Reluctant Readers: Exciting enough for kids up to age 10 to enjoy.Encourages Reading Confidence: With easy-to-follow chapters and an engaging story, this book helps young readers build their confidence and love for reading.Engaging plot: The adventure-filled storyline captures the attention of both reluctant readers and those who may struggle with dyslexia.Dyslexia-Friendly Design: Printed in a special font and layout designed to make reading easier for everyone, including children with dyslexia.Printed on cream paper: Cream paper helps to reduce glare and makes this book easier to read!Collect the full series: Enjoy all seven books, one book for every day of the week!Grab your copy today and join Emily, Sophie, Jack and Benji in this exciting kids adventure.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
97
Reading age
6–8
Audience
Transitional Reader
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Book details

Publication
Published
April 7, 2025
First published
April 1, 2025
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781917234566

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