Horton Halfpott, Or, The Fiendish Mystery of Smugwick Manor, Or, The Loosening of M'Lady Luggertuck's Corset

Name: Horton Halfpott, Or, The Fiendish Mystery of Smugwick Manor, Or, The Loosening of M'Lady Luggertuck's Corset
ISBN: 9781451740332

by Tom Angleberger

Ages 8–12 Chapter Book

For the child who loves silly mysteries and laugh-out-loud adventures, this book offers a delightfully absurd whodunit set in a peculiar English manor.

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About This Book

A parent should reach for this book when their child needs a pure, silly escape from reality or is looking for a mystery that is funny rather than scary. This laugh-out-loud novel is a delightful parody of a classic British whodunit. When the priceless Lozenge of Love diamond is stolen from M'Lady Luggertuck's impossibly tight corset, all signs point to the kind tailor. It's up to Horton Halfpott, a lowly but clever slop-master's apprentice, to solve the case. The story champions curiosity and justice through a lens of complete absurdity, making it a fantastic choice for reluctant readers hooked by humor. Its clever wordplay and fast-paced, goofy plot make it an engaging read for the 8 to 12 age range.

Mystery Curiosity & Wonder Humor Resilience & Perseverance Adventure Justice & Fairness Puzzles & Games

What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

A character is falsely accused of a crime, but the situation is handled with comedy, not fear.

Sensitive Topics

This book is exceptionally light on sensitive topics. The central crime is a nonviolent theft. There is no death, divorce, or heavy emotional content. The conflict is resolved with justice and humor, and the tone is entirely secular and farcical. The resolution is completely hopeful and silly.