Discover the delightfully clever and darkly comic world of Flavia de Luce with this Flavia de Luce Mystery Series Books 1 - 5 Collection Set by Alan Bradley. Perfect for mystery lovers, parents hunting engaging reads for older children, teachers building a classroom library, or anyone who enjoys a cozy whodunit with a sharp young sleuth. This boxed-style paperback collection brings together the first five adventures of eleven‑year‑old Flavia — a brilliant, curious, and unforgettable protagonist — in a single, convenient set.
Each book blends classic English village charm with clever forensic sleuthing and wry humour. Alan Bradley’s debut novel won multiple accolades, and this collection is a brilliant introduction to a bestselling author whose work is trusted by readers worldwide.
What’s included
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The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie (Flavia de Luce Mystery) — The gripping first novel: England, 1950. At Buckshaw, very‑nearly‑eleven‑year‑old Flavia is already plotting mischief and murder mysteries as she practices chemistry in the manor’s dank cellar.
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The Weed That Strings the Hangman's Bag (Flavia de Luce Mystery) — A travelling puppet show, a shocking murder in Bishop’s Lacey, and Flavia’s precocious powers of deduction pushed to the limit.
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A Red Herring Without Mustard (Flavia de Luce Mystery) — A visit to a Gypsy fortune‑teller becomes dangerously real when visions of Flavia’s long‑lost mother and a brutal attack change everything.
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I Am Half-Sick of Shadows (Flavia de Luce Mystery) — During a snowy Christmas season, the de Luce home is rented to a film crew and secrets come to light that only Flavia can piece together.
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Speaking from Among the Bones (Flavia de Luce Mystery) — The tomb of St Tancred is opened and a body is found; Flavia must navigate tradition, superstition, and murder to uncover the truth.
Product details
Product Title: Flavia de Luce Mystery Series Books 1 - 5 Collection Set by Alan Bradley Paperback
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781398706170
Why readers love this book collection
- Engaging, witty protagonist — Flavia is inventive, scientifically curious, and utterly charming.
- Perfect blend of cozy mystery and forensic intrigue suitable for older kids, teens, and adult fans of the genre.
- Collected paperback edition offers convenience and value for home libraries or classroom sets.
- From an award‑winning author: Alan Bradley’s debut earned the Agatha, Barry, Dilys, Arthur Ellis, Macavity and other prestigious awards, establishing strong credibility and quality.
- Great for bedtime reading, book clubs, or as a thoughtful gift for mystery lovers and young detectives-in-training.
This Flavia de Luce boxed-style paperback set is a timeless keepsake for readers who love character-driven mysteries and intelligent, humorous storytelling. Whether you’re starting a series binge, buying a thoughtful gift, or stocking a classroom shelf, this collection delivers wit, suspense, and the satisfying thrill of a puzzle solved by one unforgettable child detective.