The Marsh Road Mysteries

4 books · Ages 8–14 · Middle Grade

The Marsh Road Mysteries is a 4-book series for ages 8–14 by Elen Caldecott.

Where to Start

Diamonds and Daggers

Start at the beginning: Diamonds and Daggers

This is a sequential series — each book builds on the last. Start with book 1.

Reading Order

Diamonds and Daggers
1
Diamonds and Daggers2014
Spooks and Scooters
2
Spooks and Scooters2015
The Mystery of Wickworth Manor
3
The Mystery of Wickworth Manor2016
Crowns and Codebreakers
5
Crowns and Codebreakers2018

What This Series Covers

Friendship & LoyaltyResilience & PerseveranceTeamwork & CollaborationCuriosity & WonderFriendship & SocialJustice & Fairness

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