The Clockwork Sparrow (The Sinclair’s Mysteries)
Katherine Woodfine
Katherine Woodfine's bestselling debut novel. A fast-paced historical mystery adventure for readers aged 9+, with gorgeous Edwardian period detail. Perfect for fans of Enid Blyton, Chris Riddell's Goth Girl and Robin Stevens' Murder Most Unladylike series. You are cordially invited to attend the Grand Opening of Sinclair’s department store! Enter a world of bonbons, hats, perfumes and MYSTERIES around every corner. WONDER at the daring theft of the priceless CLOCKWORK SPARROW! TREMBLE as the most DASTARDLY criminals in London enact their wicked plans! GASP as our bold heroines, Miss Sophie Taylor and Miss Lilian Rose, CRACK CODES, DEVOUR ICED BUNS and vow to bring the villains to justice… *** Cover and interior illustrations by Júlia Sardà ‘A wonderful book, with a glorious heroine and a true spirit of adventure’ – Katherine Rundell, award-winning author of Rooftoppers Katie, age 10 for lovereading4kids.co.uk – 'A brilliant historical detective novel – I read it in one sitting and couldn’t put it down! The characters were really believable and the story was so exciting. My new favourite!' Celeste, age 13 for lovereading4kids.co.uk - 'An incredible read full of mystery, wonder and adventure…This is now one of my top ten.'
Reviews
It was super fun to try and work out who did it. I love a good whodunit. My favourite character was probably Lil, but I like Sophie as well and I cannot possibly leave out Blackie the cat. I am a cat person but I don't mind dogs.
Officer Pixie Squirrel 28.09.2024
Star Reviewer
I really enjoyed the suspension in this book.
Lady Iggy Armchair 23.08.2023
This book is really interesting for people who like mysteries. 10/10 100% recommend
Empress Blossom Bluebird 26.07.2023
amazing, i started reading other books from this series and now i can’t stop
Empress Esmerelda Glitterball 09.07.2023
I read this in one day! I love the Edwardian period and this was so good! Better for older kids but a fun read. 5 out of 5
Duchess Angora Sheep-Dip 07.07.2023
This fiction book was so mysterious. The daring escapades captured my interest. I loved all the discoveries they made. I can’t wait to read more from the author.
Coach Virgil Spaceship 16.08.2022
I liked this book because it was really exciting.When Sophie is blamed for the theft of the clockwork sparrow,she and her new friends Lil,Billy and Joe set out to prove that she is innocent.I liked Sophie the best because she never lets Edith get on her nerves when she is teasing her.
Doctor Tuesday Bertrand 15.08.2022
Amazing
Anonymous 29.07.2022
I thought this book was excited scary and nerve racking
Senorita Pansy Skateboard 25.07.2022
I liked it because it's a really interesting mystery, and it's about a girl called Sophie who is suspected for a theft of her teachers's clockwork sparrow. Therefore she teams up with some friends and manages to find out who it really was.. I recommend it to 9+ but really probably anyone could enjoy it. I also enjoy other books by this author like the mystery of the Painted Dragon. I mainly enjoyed it because it builds up suspense really well. Taisiya.
Anonymous 25.05.2022
I loved this mystery book it was very exciting.
Commander Gargoyle Tinkle 09.09.2021
My favourite character is Sophie, because she has many obstacles to beat, but she always pulls through in the end.
Professor Daisy Vegas 27.08.2021
I thought this was a thrilling adventure about murder and mystery. My favourite characters were Lil and Sophie, Lil for her positivity and help, and Sophie for her bravery and detective skills.I would recommend this book to anyone age 8 or over. I don’t think it matters what type of book people like because it’s got a bit of everything. Five stars ⭐️!!,
Doctor Blueberry Gravy 21.08.2021
I thought it was really mysterious with lots of secrets. if it was fiction, I like Sophie the best. it interested me because it is a mystery. I may recommend it to my friends who like mysteries.
Countess Letizia Quest 16.08.2021
My favourite character was Lil because she is smiley funny and nearly always positive and she will do anything to help someone else with there problem. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a thrilling mystery and a bit of murder. I really liked the book because it was really thrilling and mysterious and liked all the characters and there personalities.
Captain Blossom Waterfall 15.08.2021
I really enjoyed it and the fact that it was set in the past. I was on a rollercoaster of emotions but loved it and would recommend it to children between 9 and 12.
Baroness Cupcake Cuckoo-Clock 07.08.2021
I rated it five out of five because of the suspense
Sir Octopus Starlight 06.08.2021
I loved this book because it had murder, mystery, robbery and more! This book is an amazing book. Everyone who is interested in drama should read it!
Dona Mildred Volcano 12.02.2021
I recommend this book to people who love suspense and mysteries. I love this book because it kept me on the edge of my seat and I couldn't stop reading it. My favourite characters were all the people who helped solve the mystery. There are lots of twists and turns which is why I love it. I can't wait to read the next book.
Dona Diamond Hedgehog 24.09.2020
I absolutely loved this book. It was so gripping and I could not put it down! It is all about Sophie who is working at Sinclair's Department Store. The most precious item, the clockwork sparrow, is stolen and Sophie is blamed but she believes it is to put the police of the scent of what really happened. So her and her friends become determined to solve the mystery. It is a detective book and I would recommend it to children who like detective books and want to try and solve it as they read.
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