Could master spy Gargoyle be back? And what would he want with an innocent fish? In a second story, Chicago shuts down and penguin detective Mr. Pin brings his chocolate expertise to the case.
“Lively plotting, staccato, deadpan delivery in whimsical parody of Dashiell Hammett; an economical style and carefully controlled repetition of ideas and phrases ... and an engaging hero...genuinely funny, brief mysteries.”—Kirkus An IRA/CBC Children’s Choice “Kids will like this penguin detective ... and will cheer him on.”—ALA Booklist “An inviting, non-threatening, easy chapter book.”—School Library Journal"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Mary Elise Monsell authored many children’s books, which were issued in several languages and reprints. Her Mr. Pin mystery series, a bestseller in school book clubs and an IRA/CBC Children’s Choice, was developed into a musical in Chicago. Her UNDERWEAR book has become a classic. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Northwestern and a master’s degree in teaching.
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