Burglar Bells

Suspense and derring-do in this well-told yarn about a threesome who catch a stealthy burglar through their ingenuity. I liked the fact that the well-intentioned adults were rounded, not caricatures -- the School Secretary is happily married at the end of the story. The author gives us a good strong girl character, not just one who 'helps' the boys! He knows how to keep the action moving in his writing and it's a satisfying read for eight to tens. Hope Puffin's helpful label 'for those who have developed reading stamina' won't stop this one being read aloud.