Diamond Brothers 5 Books Collection Set by Anthony Horowitz - Ages 8-12 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
The French Confection
The Greek Who Stole Christmas
The Blurred Man
I Know What You Did Last Wednesday
The Diamond Brothers in Public Enemy Number Two
The Diamond Brothers in South by South East
The Diamond Brothers in The Falcon's Malteser

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781406357752
Publisher: Walker Books
Age Range: Ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7)

Overview
The Diamond Brothers 5 Books Collection gathers seven hilarious detective capers by Anthony Horowitz into five paperback volumes, following Tim and Nick Diamond, the world's least competent private-eye duo. Fast, funny, and packed with twisty plots, these stories are a favorite among middle-grade readers who love mysteries with a comic edge. Perfect for reluctant readers, classroom libraries, or a rainy-day binge, this set delivers short chapters, punchy dialogue, and satisfying whodunit reveals. A great gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading, it's an ideal introduction to detective fiction for kids aged 8 to 12.

About the Books
Across this five-book, seven-title collection, Anthony Horowitz spins a string of comic mysteries starring Tim Diamond, a spectacularly unsuccessful private detective, and his sharper, younger brother Nick, who narrates each case. The French Confection and The Greek Who Stole Christmas are bound together as one volume, sending the brothers to Paris and into a celebrity death-threat case, while The Blurred Man and I Know What You Did Last Wednesday pairs a hit-and-run mystery with a chilling reunion on a remote Scottish island. Public Enemy Number Two, South by South East, and The Falcon's Malteser round out the set with prison breakouts, a shooting over a stolen overcoat, and a dwarf's mysterious box of candy. Horowitz, better known to many readers as the creator of the Alex Rider series, brings the same tight plotting and twisty misdirection to this earlier, lighter body of work, but swaps espionage for slapstick detective comedy. Each case is narrated by Nick with dry wit, keeping young readers guessing while Tim blunders his way toward (usually accidental) success. Short chapters, breezy pacing, and running gags about Tim's incompetence make these books approachable for developing readers, while the genuine puzzle-plot mysteries give older kids and adults plenty to enjoy too. It's a collection that rewards rereading, since the clues are fairly planted and the payoffs are clever rather than cheap. Fans of comic mystery series will find the Diamond Brothers instantly likable underdogs.

Key Benefits

• Seven complete Diamond Brothers mysteries across five paperback volumes
• Fast-paced, humor-driven detective plots ideal for reluctant readers
• Short chapters and snappy dialogue build reading confidence and stamina
• Written by Anthony Horowitz, the acclaimed author of the Alex Rider series
• Great gift for birthdays, holidays, or summer reading lists
• Perfect addition to a classroom library or home bookshelf for ages 8-12

Book-by-Book Guide
The French Confection — The hard-up Diamond Brothers win a Paris weekend that quickly turns into a dangerous case involving a suspicious cheese-smuggling plot.
The Greek Who Stole Christmas — Tim and Nick investigate a death threat against a famous Greek singer-actress with more enemies than fans.
The Blurred Man — A charity worker's mysterious death sends the brothers chasing a shadowy figure through a web of half-truths.
I Know What You Did Last Wednesday — A school reunion on a remote Scottish island turns deadly as guests start disappearing one by one.
The Diamond Brothers in Public Enemy Number Two — Nick lands in a prison cell with a notorious criminal and must outwit him to escape.
The Diamond Brothers in South by South East — Tim accepts mysterious payment for an overcoat, only for his new client to be shot soon after.
The Diamond Brothers in The Falcon's Malteser — A dwarf's strange delivery of a box of candy sets off a case involving a ransacked office and a hidden secret.

About the Author
Anthony Horowitz is a bestselling British author known for children's and young adult fiction, including the globally popular Alex Rider spy series. Long before Alex Rider, Horowitz created the Diamond Brothers, a comic detective duo whose adventures blend sharp humor with genuine mystery plotting. Horowitz has also written extensively for television and adult crime fiction, including the Magpie Murders and Hawthorne series. Known for his wit, pacing, and love of classic detective fiction, he has been recognized with numerous awards for his contributions to children's literature over a career spanning several decades.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Funny, fast, and endlessly quotable, the Diamond Brothers collection is a joy for kids who love mysteries with a laugh built in. Whether it's a stocking stuffer, a birthday surprise, or a summer reading pick, these five paperbacks offer hours of clever, comic detective fun the whole family can enjoy.

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