{"title":"Truly Devious","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"truly-devious-series-5-books-collection-set-maureen-johnson-young-adult-paperback","title":"Truly Devious Series 5 Books Collection Set by Maureen Johnson - Young Adult - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTruly Devious\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Vanishing Stair\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Hand on the Wall\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Box in the Woods\u003cbr\u003e\nNine Liars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Katherine Tegen Books\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Young Adult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStep inside the twisty, puzzle-obsessed world of Maureen Johnson's Truly Devious series with this complete five-book paperback collection. Set against the eerie backdrop of Ellingham Academy, a Vermont boarding school built on genius and secrets, these novels follow amateur detective Stevie Bell as she investigates a decades-old kidnapping and murder case that refuses to stay buried. Sharp, atmospheric, and packed with cliffhangers, this set delivers page-turning mystery for teens and adult readers alike who love clever plotting, boarding school intrigue, cold cases, and a heroine who never stops asking the right questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis five-book collection traces Stevie Bell's evolution from an anxious true-crime obsessive to a sharp, self-assured investigator. It begins with Truly Devious, where Stevie arrives at the elite, isolated Ellingham Academy hoping to crack the infamous \"Truly Devious\" case: the unsolved 1930s kidnapping and murder tied to the school's eccentric founder. The Vanishing Stair and The Hand on the Wall deepen the mystery, weaving historical flashbacks with present-day danger as Stevie inches closer to the truth while new deaths complicate her investigation. The Box in the Woods and Nine Liars move Stevie beyond Ellingham's gates, following her as she takes on fresh cold cases and high-stakes mysteries with the same meticulous, clue-driven approach that made her a fan favorite. Across all five titles, Maureen Johnson balances dual timelines, red herrings, and richly drawn secondary characters with genuine emotional stakes, giving readers a mystery series that rewards careful attention without feeling predictable. The Vermont boarding school setting gives the earlier books a gothic, closed-circle feel, while the later installments broaden the scope with new locations and ensembles. Themes of trust, obsession, and the cost of chasing the truth run throughout, and Stevie's voice, wry, anxious, and endlessly curious, anchors the entire collection. Whether read as a continuous binge or savored one book at a time, this set offers a satisfying, twist-filled journey for anyone who loves smart, character-driven YA mystery fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete five-book paperback set of Maureen Johnson's acclaimed Stevie Bell mystery saga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new condition, ready to gift or add to a home or classroom library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtmospheric boarding school setting with genuine puzzle-and-clue driven plotting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA strong, curious female lead who appeals to teen and adult mystery fans alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for fans of twisty whodunits, cold cases, and dual-timeline storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect gift for birthdays, holidays, or summer reading for YA mystery lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTruly Devious — Stevie Bell arrives at Ellingham Academy determined to solve the decades-old kidnapping and murder case that made the school infamous.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Vanishing Stair — Stevie returns to Ellingham to chase new leads on the Truly Devious case while a fresh mystery unfolds around her.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Hand on the Wall — Long-buried secrets finally surface as Stevie closes in on the truth behind the Ellingham tragedy.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Box in the Woods — Stevie takes on a chilling cold case involving four murdered camp counselors decades earlier.\u003cbr\u003e\nNine Liars — Stevie investigates a fresh mystery tangled up with old grudges, secrets, and a group of unreliable suspects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMaureen Johnson is a bestselling American author known for her witty, character-driven young adult novels spanning mystery, contemporary fiction, and horror-adjacent thrillers. She has written numerous acclaimed YA titles over her career and has been recognized for her sharp dialogue, dry humor, and inventive plotting. Johnson's Truly Devious series showcases her talent for blending atmospheric settings with intricate, puzzle-box mysteries, earning her a devoted readership among teens and adult YA fans alike. She lives and writes in the United States, continuing to expand the world of Stevie Bell and Ellingham Academy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis five-book set is a must-have for mystery-loving teens and adults alike, an ideal gift for birthdays, holidays, and back-to-school reading, and a satisfying binge for readers who crave clever clues, boarding school secrets, twisty cold cases, and a whip-smart heroine worth rooting for from the very first page to the last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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":"Maureen Johnson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57111947608438,"sku":"MAN-PR+1-U0209-9789124282134","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/truly-devious-series-maureen-johnson-paperback.jpg?v=1785788806"},{"product_id":"truly-devious-3-book-collection-set-maureen-johnson-young-adult-paperback","title":"Truly Devious 3 Books Collection Set by Maureen Johnson - Young Adult - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTruly Devious\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Vanishing Stair\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Hand on the Wall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9780063023154\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: HarperCollins (Katherine Tegen Books)\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 14-19\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFans of clever, character-driven mysteries can now own the complete Truly Devious trilogy in one collectible paperback set. This edition brings together Maureen Johnson's Truly Devious, The Vanishing Stair, and The Hand on the Wall, tracing teen sleuth Stevie Bell's pursuit of a decades-old cold case at the secluded Ellingham Academy. Blending a 1936 kidnapping-and-murder mystery with a twisty present-day investigation, the series rewards readers who love red herrings and a satisfying reveal. Perfect for teens and adult YA readers, this set makes a standout gift for mystery lovers building a home library of modern whodunits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMaureen Johnson's Truly Devious trilogy follows Stevie Bell, a true-crime obsessive who enrolls at Ellingham Academy to crack the school's most notorious unsolved case. In 1936, the wife and daughter of the academy's eccentric founder were kidnapped, and a student died in the panic that followed, leaving behind only a taunting note signed \"Truly Devious.\" Nearly a century later, Stevie arrives determined to solve it, only to discover Ellingham's present is just as dangerous as its past when a fellow student turns up dead. Across the three novels, Johnson alternates between the 1936 investigation and Stevie's present-day sleuthing, layering clues and campus legends until the timelines collide. The storytelling leans on classic detective-fiction structure, complete with locked-room puzzles and unreliable witnesses, while keeping a contemporary voice through Stevie's anxiety and humor. The isolated, snowbound Ellingham campus functions almost as its own character throughout. Readers who enjoy piecing together timelines and re-reading early chapters for missed clues will find plenty to dig into, and the trilogy builds toward a finale that ties the historic case to Stevie's present in a way that feels both surprising and fair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete Truly Devious trilogy in one paperback box set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Truly Devious, The Vanishing Stair, and The Hand on the Wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand-new condition, ready to read or gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for teen mystery fans and YA collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat gift for birthdays, holidays, or summer reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectible format that looks great on any shelf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTruly Devious — Stevie Bell arrives at Ellingham Academy determined to solve the 1936 kidnapping and murder that has haunted the school for decades, only to find a new death waiting on campus.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Vanishing Stair — Stevie digs deeper into Ellingham's cold case as new suspects and dangers close in, testing every theory she thought she had settled.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Hand on the Wall — the trilogy's finale threads together the 1936 case and the present-day mystery, forcing Stevie to confront the killer and the truth she came to Ellingham to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMaureen Johnson is a New York Times bestselling author known for blending sharp humor with page-turning suspense across her novels for teen readers. Beyond the Truly Devious trilogy, she has written acclaimed young adult fiction and collaborated with fellow authors on multi-voice projects. Johnson is celebrated for creating funny, self-aware protagonists who feel authentically like real teenagers even while navigating high-stakes mysteries. Her writing is often praised for its wit and plotting, and the Truly Devious series remains one of her most popular works, drawing comparisons to classic detective fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis box set is the easiest way to binge the entire Truly Devious trilogy without hunting down individual paperbacks. It's a natural pick for a teen's birthday, holiday stocking stuffer, or summer reading list, and it looks great on a shelf or in a classroom library. 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