Thrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd
The gripping eighth novel in the cosy Flavia De Luce series
(Author) Alan Bradley'The Flavia de Luce novels are now a cult favourite.' Mail on Sunday CURIOUSITY WON'T KILL THIS CAT... Twelve-year-old Flavia de Luce is back at Buckshaw at last, but her homecoming is overshadowed by news of her father's illness. Forbidden from visiting Colonel de Luce in hospital, Flavia busies herself in the village, but she soon makes a macabre discover: the corpse of a reclusive woodcarver hanging upside down on the back of a door, in a house empty but for a curiously uncurious cat. While the local constabulary are stumped, Flavia is soon piecing together a puzzle that connects a death by murderous gulls on a desolate island, a local woman said to be a witch, and a beloved children's author who terrified his own son - plus, of course, a certain tortoise-shell cat ...
Alan Bradley
Alan Bradley is a Canadian author known for his Flavia de Luce mystery series, which follows the adventures of an eleven-year-old amateur sleuth in 1950s England. Bradley's writing style is characterized by witty dialogue, intricate plots, and vivid descriptions of the English countryside. His works have been praised for their blend of mystery, humor, and charm.
Bradley's most notable work is "The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie," the first book in the Flavia de Luce series, which won the Crime Writers' Association Debut Dagger Award and was a New York Times bestseller. The series has garnered a devoted following and has been translated into multiple languages.
Alan Bradley's contributions to literature include revitalizing the traditional mystery genre with a fresh and unconventional protagonist, as well as creating a richly imagined world that captures the nostalgia and intrigue of post-war England. His work has had a significant impact on the mystery genre, appealing to readers of all ages with its clever storytelling and endearing characters.
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