{"title":"Montgomery Bonbon","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"montgomery-bonbon-5-books-collection-set-alasdair-beckett-king-ages-9-12-paperback","title":"Montgomery Bonbon 5 Books Collection Set by Alasdair Beckett-King - Ages 9-12 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMurder at the Museum\u003cbr\u003eDeath at the Lighthouse\u003cbr\u003eMystery at the Manor\u003cbr\u003eSabotage at Sea\u003cbr\u003eScandal on the Stage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781529539493\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Walker Books\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Ages 9-12 (Grades 4-7)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeet Bonnie Montgomery, a ten-year-old girl who transforms into the mustachioed master sleuth Montgomery Bonbon whenever a mystery needs solving. This five-book paperback collection follows Bonnie and her Grampa Banks as they investigate suspicious deaths, missing diamonds, and theatrical scandals across the quirky seaside town of Widdlington, a creaky manor house, and even a floating ship. Written by comedian Alasdair Beckett-King and illustrated throughout by Claire Powell, this laugh-out-loud detective series blends classic whodunit plotting with silly disguises, clever clues, and a wonderfully theatrical cast of suspects for young mystery fans who love Knives Out style twists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis hilarious middle-grade mystery series stars Bonnie Montgomery, who disguises herself with a false moustache, beret, and trench coat to become the renowned detective Montgomery Bonbon, even though everyone who meets her alter ego insists he looks suspiciously like a ten-year-old girl. Across all five books, Bonnie and her loyal Grampa Banks travel to new locations each time a fresh case arises, from a prestigious museum gala to a storm-battered lighthouse, a crumbling manor full of reformed thieves, a fireworks display aboard an old galleon ship, and a chaotic theater rehearsal. Each story follows the same winning formula that has made the series a favorite with young readers: a suspicious death, a cast of eccentric suspects with secrets to hide, and a detective who notices the clues everyone else misses. Alasdair Beckett-King's witty, fast-paced writing style keeps chapters short and punchy, making the books accessible for newly confident readers while still packing in enough twists to satisfy older middle-grade fans. Claire Powell's black-and-white illustrations appear throughout every book, adding maps, suspect lineups, and visual clues that turn each story into an interactive case file readers can solve alongside Bonnie. Fans of classic whodunits like Agatha Christie, as well as readers who enjoy funny chapter books, will find plenty to love in this clever, giggle-inducing series. Each mystery stands on its own, so readers can jump in with any title and still enjoy a complete, satisfying case from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete 5-book paperback collection featuring every Montgomery Bonbon mystery published to date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, punchy chapters make it easy for independent readers ages 9-12 (Grades 4-7) to stay hooked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack-and-white illustrations throughout add suspect lineups, maps, and visual clues to every case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach book is a standalone mystery, so kids can read them in any order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunny, fast-paced writing style perfect for reluctant readers who love a good laugh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fantastic gift for birthdays, holidays, classroom libraries, or summer reading lists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMurder at the Museum — Bonnie's very first case as Montgomery Bonbon takes her to the Hornville Museum to solve a highly suspicious death among dodgy witnesses and hidden clues.\u003cbr\u003eDeath at the Lighthouse — A half-term holiday on Odde Island turns into a double mystery when deaths at Leerie Lighthouse send Bonnie's moustache all a-quiver.\u003cbr\u003eMystery at the Manor — Invited to Adderstone Manor to find a missing diamond, Bonbon must outwit a houseful of reformed thieves and a very suspicious hedge maze.\u003cbr\u003eSabotage at Sea — A fireworks display aboard the galleon Dreadnowt is cut short by a mysterious death, sending Bonnie's \"fishy-o-meter\" off the charts.\u003cbr\u003eScandal on the Stage — At a local theater rehearsal, a playwright's final word is \"Murder!\", and Bonbon must untangle a cast of alibi-wielding actors before opening night.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlasdair Beckett-King is a stand-up comedian, filmmaker, and author known for his witty, genre-spoofing humor. A graduate of the London Film School, he has performed acclaimed solo comedy shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and built a large online following for his comedic sketches and parodies. The Montgomery Bonbon series marks his debut for younger readers, bringing his sharp comic timing to classic whodunit plotting. Each book is illustrated by Claire Powell, whose charming black-and-white artwork brings Bonnie's disguises, suspects, and clues to life, giving every mystery the feel of a detective's own case notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith five laugh-out-loud mysteries in one paperback set, this collection is a perfect birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, or summer reading pick for young detectives ages 9-12. The short chapters and illustrated clues make it a classroom library favorite, while the clever plotting keeps middle grade readers guessing until the very last page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alasdair Beckett-King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58894923792758,"sku":"MAN-PR-U020550-1529539498","price":34.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/montgomery-bonbon-5-books-collection-alasdair-beckett-king-paperback.jpg?v=1791199870"},{"product_id":"montgomery-bonbon-5-books-collection-set-alasdair-beckett-king-ages-9-12-paperback-1670","title":"Montgomery Bonbon 5 Books Collection Set by Alasdair Beckett-King - Ages 9-12 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMurder at the Museum\u003cbr\u003eDeath at the Lighthouse\u003cbr\u003eMystery at the Manor\u003cbr\u003eSabotage at Sea\u003cbr\u003eScandal on the Stage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781529539493\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Walker Books\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Ages 9-12 (Grades 4-7)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep into the quick-witted, clue-packed world of Montgomery Bonbon, the pint-sized master of disguise who just might be the world's greatest detective. This five-book paperback collection follows ten-year-old Bonnie Montgomery as she dons a hat, a fake moustache, and the identity of gentleman sleuth Montgomery Bonbon to crack cases nobody else can solve. From a museum murder to a sabotage at sea, each story mixes laugh-out-loud humor with genuinely clever mystery plotting, delighting young readers who love puzzles, puns, and a touch of theatrical mischief alongside their whodunits. It's smart, silly, and endlessly entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreated by stand-up comedian turned children's author Alasdair Beckett-King, the Montgomery Bonbon series reinvents the cozy mystery for young readers. Each book follows Bonnie Montgomery, a sharp ten-year-old who slips into a hat, moustache, and oversized coat to become Montgomery Bonbon, a dapper detective whose real identity fools every adult except her devoted Grampa Banks. Across these five illustrated paperbacks, Bonbon investigates a suspicious death at a museum, a double tragedy on a wind-battered island, a jewel theft at a manor full of reformed thieves, a deadly fog on a firework-lit galleon, and a shocking collapse on opening night at the local theatre. Claire Powell's charming black-and-white illustrations appear throughout, adding visual punchlines and clue-filled detail that bring Bonbon's quirky suspects, red herrings, and small-town settings to life. Beckett-King's comedy background shines through in witty narration, groan-worthy puns, and perfectly timed twists, while the mysteries themselves are built with real fair-play logic that rewards attentive, observant readers. Fans of classic detective fiction will recognize playful nods to Agatha Christie-style plotting, reimagined with a fresh, accessible tone suited to middle-grade readers. Each installment stands on its own, so young detectives can jump in anywhere, though reading them in order lets fans watch Bonnie's confidence, disguises, and detective skills grow steadily book by book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive full-length, illustrated mystery novels in one paperback set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClever, fair-play whodunits with real clues kids can solve alongside Bonbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaugh-out-loud writing from stand-up comedian Alasdair Beckett-King\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharming black-and-white illustrations by Claire Powell throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA funny, fresh twist on classic detective fiction for middle-grade readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for independent reading, read-aloud time, or a classroom library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMurder at the Museum — Bonbon's debut case investigates a suspicious death at the Hornville Museum.\u003cbr\u003eDeath at the Lighthouse — A half-term trip turns deadly when two mysterious deaths strike foggy Odde Island.\u003cbr\u003eMystery at the Manor — Bonbon hunts a missing diamond and a killer among a houseful of reformed thieves.\u003cbr\u003eSabotage at Sea — A fireworks night aboard the galleon Dreadnowt ends in a fog-shrouded, mysterious death.\u003cbr\u003eScandal on the Stage — A playwright's dying word at rehearsal sends Bonbon chasing a killer before opening night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlasdair Beckett-King is a comedian, author, and online sketch-show creator known for his sharp, absurdist humor, which he brings to the page in the Montgomery Bonbon series, his acclaimed debut for young readers. Claire Powell is an illustrator celebrated for her lively, expressive black-and-white artwork, which appears throughout every Montgomery Bonbon book, bringing Bonnie's disguises, suspects, and small-town settings to visual life. Together, this author-illustrator pairing has built one of the most inventive new mystery series for middle-grade readers, blending comedy writing with classic detective-story structure to create books that are as funny as they are cleverly plotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis collection is perfect for young mystery fans who love puzzles, puns, and a hero in disguise. 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