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High-Rise Mystery

Sharma Jackson, Amanda Shodeko

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Summer in London is hot, the hottest on record, and there’s been a murder in THE TRI: the high-rise home to resident know-it-alls, Nik and Norva. Who better to solve the case? Armed with curiosity, home-turf knowledge and unlimited time – until the end of the summer holidays anyway… Nik and Norva will put their super-sleuthing skills to the test.

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A great read for pupils in Y5/6, it leaves the reader guessing and pulling together the clues that litter the pages. A really enjoyable read

MrsTJreads

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I loved the sleuthing sisters, Nic and Norva. The banter between them is great.

austun

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An exciting mystery which takes place in a block of flats in London. The detectives are 2 children who live there, their dad is the site manager. Amusing parts and some worrying jeopardy for the detectives and their dad.

CB17

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Initially wasn’t sure. The language of the Tri was quite difficult to decipher. Glad that I stuck with it though. Ordering the 2nd one now.

Library Lassie

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A whodunnit with a difference, this book has a very strong sense of place and really immerses the reader. The central characters, sisters with very different personalities but a strong bond, seem real and the way they interact produces lots of comedy moments. Overall an entertaining read for students age 10 up.

Lucyfrin

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Fiction. I enjoyed the strong female lead characters but didn’t like the language style although appreciate children may relate to it and enjoy it. I found the story dragged a bit at the beginning but picked up later in the book

Cavecookie

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By the time I reached the end - and very pacey and dramatic it was, too! - I was really enjoying this book. Earlier on I'd found some of the language inconsistent - highly articulate 11 and 13 year olds using sophisticated vocabulary also communicated in avery teen/urban/street way. Initially I felt Nik's vocab was far too adult but the sisters are clearly extremely bright, despite their urban background. Otherwise they would've been unable to solve the mystery! Loved Nik and Norva and their mate George. It feels more KS3-4 to me than upper primary, due to the 'romantic' references used and some quite sophisticated vocabulary but it could be suitable for some year 6s. Recommended for readers who enjoy murder-mystery, adventure and humorous dialogue/action.

WendyLS

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I really enjoyed the book. I really liked the two main characters Nik and Norva. They worked together to solve a mystery that unfolded in the flats where they live.

cme782009

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This book was different and not really what I was expecting. I read it in one sitting, I was hooked with the different style but not sure it is one I would be recommending to the children at school.

A.T

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I’ve been meaning to read this for ages and having read a mystery book to my year 5s last term, thought now would be a good time. I enjoyed it but didn’t love it. I love a good mystery - and this is a good mystery - I just didn’t get swept away into the story in the way I’d been hoping. Nevertheless, my class are bound to love it!

LucyCatten

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So very clever, great murder mystery with honest and relatable characters. Not afraid to show the grey areas in people's behaviour and lives. Touches on inherent racism and class disadvantage but doesn't overwhelm. Will appeal to children and adults alike.

MrsCurrie

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I would definitely recommend this book, I really enjoyed it. Short snappy chapters made it difficult to put down. The main characters Nic and Norva are wonderful, and the setting is relatable to many.

JEveritt

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A murder mystery with some clever twists. An enjoyable read. I really liked the strong female characters.

jemmadefries

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A brilliant, gripping mystery with lots 9f of twists and turns and very likeable characters.

Laura19881

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I found this an exciting, enjoyable book that featured a young set of characters in a very different setting to many children's books already available. This murder mystery story is set in a tower block, with two sisters setting to work investigating who committed the crime whilst trying to clear their father's name. It featured many twists and turns, allowing the reader to try to discover the criminal alongside the two girls. I would recommend this book to independent readers in Upper Key Stage 2, and many in my class were keen to read it after hearing elements of the story...

MissBloomfield

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Lots of twists and turns.

LWatto

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Very entertaining book. I loved the main characters, Nik and Norva. I think this would be a great book for my predominantly white, middle class to read as the multi-cultural high rise estate is depicted beautifully.

MrsMOwls

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This was a fantastic whodunnit book, that it was difficult to put down. It was refreshing to have it set on a housing estate and with black female lead protagonists who set about to find out who murdered a local resident. It was good to read a mystery story again, particularly one written so well. Many funny moments in the book too.

Madaboutbooks

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Fabulous! What a cool story for kids to read, I loved it. Such brilliant characters and an engaging storyline with just the right amount of shock. I ummed and ahhed about who the killer was and still didn’t get it right! Can’t wait to read the next one.

mrsbettysbooks

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This book took me a while to get into, but once I did, I enjoyed it. The setting and characters were completely believable and I enjoyed trying to predict the outcome.

EmmaD

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