Friday Barnes Under Suspicion

This second book in the Friday Barnes series follows the exceptionally clever, socially awkward girl detective as she navigates a new challenge: being accused of a crime herself. Parents will appreciate the dry humor and engaging mysteries that encourage critical thinking. Friday's journey to clear her name, solve new cases, and understand social dynamics offers a fun, empowering read for middle-grade children, especially those who enjoy a good puzzle and a strong, unique female protagonist. It's a chapter book that blends humor with intriguing plots, perfect for independent readers or as a read-aloud.

“A must-have series for middle-grade readers.” —Booklist Friday Barnes, girl detective, is... under arrest?! Getting arrested was the last thing Friday expected after solving the swamp-yeti mystery at her boarding school. But she better clear her name fast! She’s got new cases to investigate, like a scandalous quiche bake-off, a decades old mystery buried in her school’s backyard, and why the new boy, Christopher, is being so nice to her. More adventures and intrigue ensue in Friday Barnes, Under Suspicion, the second book in the illustrated Friday Barnes mystery series, starring a genius detective with the brains (and social skills) of Sherlock Holmes. Don’t miss Book 1, Friday Barnes, Girl Detective!