The Nancys Series 2 Books Collection Set by R.W.R. McDonald - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
The Nancys and the Case of the Missing Necklace
The Nancys and the Secret of Tulip Farm

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781916788909 / 9781917764599
Publisher: Orenda Books

Overview
The Nancys 2 Books Collection Set brings together both paperback adventures in R.W.R. McDonald's award-winning crime series, following eleven-year-old amateur sleuth Tippy Chan and her delightfully unconventional detective club. Blending small-town mystery with sharp wit and genuine heart, these novels follow Tippy as she teams up with her uncle Pike and his boyfriend Devon to solve crimes that shake their quiet New Zealand town to its core. Funny, moving, and full of surprises, this complete set is perfect for readers who love cosy crime fiction with real emotional depth and truly unforgettable characters.

About the Books
The Nancys series began with The Nancys and the Case of the Missing Necklace, the debut novel that introduced readers to Tippy Chan, a sharp, Nancy Drew-obsessed eleven-year-old living in the small New Zealand town of Riverstone. When her teacher is found dead beside the town's only traffic light, and Tippy's mom unexpectedly leaves her in the care of her uncle Pike and his boyfriend Devon, the trio forms their own amateur detective agency, The Nancys, to crack the case themselves. The book earned acclaim for its distinctive mix of humor, suspense, and tenderness, winning Best First Novel at the Ngaio Marsh Awards and earning a shortlist spot for the Ned Kelly Award for Best First Novel. The sequel, The Nancys and the Secret of Tulip Farm, picks the story back up as Tippy, Pike, and Devon are drawn into another unsettling mystery, with rumors spreading, tempers flaring, and a dangerous secret threatening to surface. As tensions rise, the makeshift detective trio must figure out who they can trust, all while trying to stop a killer before it's too late. Together, these two novels offer a complete introduction to the world of The Nancys, where a precocious kid detective, her flamboyant uncle, and his devoted boyfriend prove that family doesn't have to look traditional to be fierce, funny, and full of love. Readers who enjoy character-driven mysteries with a strong sense of place and plenty of warmth will find this collection impossible to put down.

Key Benefits

• Complete 2-book paperback set of the acclaimed Nancys crime series by R.W.R. McDonald
• Features Best First Novel winner at the Ngaio Marsh Awards
• Brand new condition, ready to gift or add to any mystery lover's shelf
• Combines humor, heart, and genuine suspense in a small-town setting
• Great for fans of cosy crime fiction and amateur sleuth stories
• A thoughtful gift for birthdays, holidays, or summer reading

Book-by-Book Guide
The Nancys and the Case of the Missing Necklace — Eleven-year-old Tippy Chan forms an amateur detective club with her uncle Pike and his boyfriend Devon after her teacher is found dead in their small New Zealand town.
The Nancys and the Secret of Tulip Farm — Tippy and The Nancys return to investigate a new mystery as suspicion and tension grip Riverstone, forcing them to uncover a dangerous secret before someone else gets hurt.

About the Author
R.W.R. McDonald is an award-winning New Zealand author based in Melbourne, Australia. His debut novel, published internationally as The Nancys and the Case of the Missing Necklace, won Best First Novel at the Ngaio Marsh Awards and was shortlisted for the Ned Kelly Award for Best First Novel. Known for blending sharp humor with genuine emotional depth, McDonald writes crime fiction that centers queer family dynamics and small-town intrigue with equal warmth and wit. He continues the beloved Nancys series with further installments following Tippy Chan and her unconventional detective team.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This set delivers two full novels of clever mystery, laugh-out-loud humor, and genuine heart, all wrapped up in Tippy Chan's unforgettable voice. Perfect as a birthday gift, holiday season present, or treat for your own summer reading pile, this complete collection is ideal for anyone craving cosy crime fiction with real soul.

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