Robbie is lonely at home with his parents in the Port of Arlen, his father is strict, his school is brutal and he lives in a world of his own, an imaginary place in which he is a detective, finding out secrets. When he gets a pair of binoculars, this world expands to show him a place full of shadows, of mysteries and of menace. He has to face difficult challenges, fight for what he thinks is right and stay loyal to those he loves.

About the Author
Caroline Conran wrote for The Sunday Times Magazine for thirteen years, and for Queen Magazine amongst many other publications. She introduced the Nouvelle Cuisine to Britain and has written numerous cookery books including The Cookbook, written with her husband Terence Conran, which sold over a million copies. Fidel Castro was a fan. With Sir Terence she started Habitat and as the first kitchen and fabric buyer she travelled widely. She has five children and thirteen grandchildren. This is her first novel.

Reviews

"A highly enjoyable, entertaining read for young adults, although I think it will be more preferable to boys rather than girls. Gripping, compelling and fast paced from beginning to end." Stacey Hammond

"I was engrossed in the action going on and the situations Robbie got himself into. It is fasted paced and a brilliant short mystery kind of book. ...The characters were just full of life" Rory Reads

"The story is interesting and I liked the mystery from Robbie's perspective, I liked the innocence of Robbie and his view on adult things." A Book Dragon's Retreat

"I really enjoyed this book, even though its target audience is younger. It deals with difficult issues such as losing a parent, bullying, and financial difficulties well, while also having an exciting storyline about kidnapping, smuggling, and a 13 year old boy who might just be a better detective than the real police! I loved the characters and the relationships between them" Bella Booksta

"Caroline Conran's characterisation is spot on. Each character has their own characteristics and their own voice....A good book for children who like to solve mysteries." Much To Do About Writing

Book Information
ISBN 9781914414534
Author Caroline Conran
Format Paperback
Page Count 240
Imprint Unicorn Publishing Group
Publisher Unicorn Publishing Group