Maureen Johnson Books

Bestselling author Maureen Johnson's Truly Devious trilogy is a hilarious and inspiring whodunit that weaves together the story of a cold case from 1936 and the story of teen sleuth Stevie Bell in the present. The Truly Devious box set includes all three paperbacks in the series and is perfect for gift-giving and binge reading. The Truly Devious case--an unsolved kidnapping and triple murder that rocked Ellingham Academy in 1936--has consumed Stevie for years. It's the very reason she came to the Academy. But after she arrives, more students turn up dead. Teen detective Stevie is on the case until she solves every mysterious death--from the past and the present. Praise for Truly Devious: "Parallel mysteries unfold with cleverly written dialogue, pate-turning brilliance, and a young sleuth as captivating as Hercule Poirot." --USA Today "The Agatha Christie-like ecosystem pairs with lacerating contemporary wit. A multilayered, modern detective story." --The New York Times Book Review Praise for The Vanishing Stair: "Take it from the world's most impatient reader: If the Truly Devious series is basically one long mystery book, The Vanishing Stair is middle part so enjoyable you won't even want to skip to the end." --Entertainment Weekly Praise for The Hand on the Wall: "A richly satisfying, Poirot-like ending for Johnson's inspired and inspiring teen sleuth." --Kirkus Reviews --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Collects short stories chronicling Simon's journey from amnesia to Ascension, as he works to regain his lost life while attending the Shadowhunter Academy

A hardback collection of all eight Ghosts of the Shadow Market stories, along with two brand new ones, about characters from Cassandra Clare's internationally bestselling Shadowhunters series. The Shadow Market is a meeting point for faeries, werewolves, warlocks and vampires. There the Downworlders buy and sell magical objects, make dark bargains, and whisper secrets they do not want the Nephilim to know. Through two centuries, however, there has been a frequent visitor to the Shadow Market from the City of Bones, the very heart of the Shadowhunters. As a Silent Brother, Brother Zachariah is sworn keeper of the laws and lore of the Nephilim. But once he was a Shadowhunter called Jem Carstairs, and his love, then and always, is the warlock Tessa Gray. Follow Brother Zachariah and see, against the backdrop of the Shadow Market's dark dealing and festival, Anna Lightwood's doomed romance, Matthew Fairchild's great sin and Tessa Gray plunged into a world war. Valentine Morgenstern buys a soul at the Market and a young Jace Wayland's soul finds safe harbor. In the Market is hidden a lost heir and a beloved ghost, and no-one can save you once you have traded away your heart. Not even Brother Zachariah. The series features characters from Cassandra Clare's Mortal Instruments, Infernal Devices, Dark Artifices and the upcoming Last Hours series.

In the second novel of the Truly Devious series by New York Times bestselling author Maureen Johnson, Stevie Bell finds herself entangled in a web of mystery and danger. The unsolved kidnapping and triple murder from 1936 at Ellingham Academy has haunted her for years, driving her to the academy in search of answers. However, after a classmate's murder prompts her parents to withdraw her for safety, Stevie is determined to return, even if it means striking a deal with the unscrupulous Senator Edward King. Upon her return, she confronts David, the boy she kissed who deceived her about his identity as King's son. As Stevie delves deeper into the Truly Devious case, she grapples with critical questions: Where is the murderer hiding? What does the riddle left by Albert Ellingham signify? The case isn't merely historical; it has profound implications for the present. With a blend of contemporary wit and a gripping detective narrative, the story promises twists that challenge Stevie's resolve and intellect, echoing the magic of beloved mystery classics.

"Magnus thought he would never return to London, but he is lured by a handsome offer from Tatiana Blackthorn, whose plans involving her beautiful young ward, Grace are far more sinister than Magnus suspects. He also meets a very surprising young man - the sixteen-year-old James Herondale."--Provided by publisher.

"Stevie Bell did it. She solved the greatest unsolved mystery of the century. So, what now? Figuring it all out-the truth behind Truly Devious and what exactly happened in the Ellingham Affair-has granted Stevie Bell a bit of celebrity in the true crime community. So she's not surprised when she gets an email from the man who owns Camp Bounty Lake (now called Camp Wonder Falls), the site of the infamous Box in the Woods murders from the 1970s. Weird things are happening at the camp again, although nothing as sinister as before. No murders, no bodies posed by the mysterious figure they called The Doll Collector. But there is a threatening message chalked across a wall. And a box has appeared, with three grisly dolls inside it. Stevie accepts a job as a camp counselor so she can figure out what's going on. She recruits her friends from Ellingham-Nate, Janelle, and Vi-to become counselors, too, and even Germaine Batt turns up. Not long after they arrive, the owner of the camp dies in a suspicious hiking accident. Once again, Stevie will have to solve a cold case from the past before a killer catches up with her in the present.

A SHADES OF LONDON exclusive World Book Day storyOn a cold night, Stephen Dene went to the Eton boathouse to perform a desperate act. But someone stopped him along the way, sending his life in a new and decidedly strange direction--leading him to London, to two new friends, and to a world of shadows and mystery.

Ever wanted to know why Magnus Bane is banned from Peru? Or what he got up to during the French Revolution? Or what he bought Shadowhunter Alec Lightwood as a birthday present? Read this book and find out

After another death, Stevie must navigate mysterious riddles and track down a missing David at the same time a massive storm forces her to confront a killer.

"In the England of murder mysteries and TV detectives, no destination is deadlier than a quaint country village, and you never know you're in a murder village until it's too late. No attraction or local character is safe--whether in the pub for a pint, or on the manicured grounds of the local estate for a shooting party, bodies can turn up anywhere! Danger lurks around every cobblestone corner. If you are foolish enough to make the trip, at least be prepared. Brought to life with dozens of Gorey-esque illustrations by Jay Cooper and peppered with allusions to classic crime series and unmistakably British murder lore, Your Guide to Not Getting Murdered in a Quaint English Village gives you the tools you need to avoid the same fate, should you find yourself in a suspiciously cozy English village (or simply dream of going). Good luck, and whatever you do, avoid the vicar and don't drink the tea"-- Provided by publisher

The New York Times bestseller! A new threat haunts the streets of London… Rory Deveaux has changed in ways she never could have imagined since moving to London and beginning a new life at boarding school. As if her newfound ability to see ghosts hadn’t complicated her life enough, Rory’s recent brush with the Jack the Ripper copycat has left her with an even more unusual and intense power. Now, a new string of inexplicable deaths is threatening London, and Rory has evidence that they are no coincidence. Something sinister is going on, and it is up to her to convince the city’s secret ghost-policing squad to listen before it’s too late.

Grieving, shaken, and feeling very much alone, Rory's life as a member of the Shades of London has changed irrevocably. It's only been a matter of hours since Stephen was taken from her, possibly for ever. Her classmate Charlotte is still missing, kidnapped by the same people who tried to take Rory. Rory is no longer a schoolgirl haplessly involved in the dealings of a secret government unit. She is their weapon in a matter of life and death. With hardly a moment to think for herself, Rory is back to work. Charlotte must be found - as must Stephen, if he is even out there.

New York Times bestselling author Maureen Johnson crafts a captivating tale of murder and mystery in the first installment of a new series, appealing to fans of Agatha Christie and E. Lockhart. Ellingham Academy, a prestigious private school in Vermont, was founded by tycoon Albert Ellingham, who envisioned a place filled with riddles and gardens, where learning is a game. However, shortly after its opening, Ellingham's wife and daughter were kidnapped, leaving behind a chilling riddle signed by the enigmatic "Truly, Devious." This incident became one of America's great unsolved crimes. True-crime enthusiast Stevie Bell arrives at Ellingham Academy, determined to crack this cold case while navigating her new life and diverse housemates: an inventor, a novelist, an actor, an artist, and a jokester. As she settles in, the past resurfaces with the return of Truly Devious, and death strikes again at the academy. The intertwining mysteries of this first book in the Truly Devious series unfold brilliantly, setting the stage for Stevie's relentless pursuit of the truth in subsequent installments. This work has earned numerous accolades, including selections for Best Books of 2018 and nominations for prestigious awards, highlighting its impact and appeal.

November 1933. London. Seven people receive mysterious letters. Someone knows their terrible secrets. They are summoned to a posh townhouse where one is stabbed right in front of the others, but somehow no one saw a thing. Can you help Scotland Yard solve the mystery? An interactive murder mystery from the bestselling author and illustrator of Your Guide to Not Getting Murdered in a Quaint English Village Dear Detective, Surely you have seen the papers and read about the dreadful murder of the American novelist—stabbed while in a room with six other people, and yet no one went near him or saw the murder occur. The crime is so devious, so logistically impossible, that it seems to have been committed not by a person but by a disembodied hand. I must confess that we are at a loss. Who wrote the poison pen letters that lured these seven people to this deadly gathering? A poet, an earl, an actress, a cook, a telephone operator, and a lothario... What do they have in common? And how could a man be stabbed in a room full of suspects, even though no one went near him or saw a thing? We have had our best people on the case, Detective, and we still can’t make heads or tails of it. We are giving this case file to you. Can you decipher the clues, decode the witness statements, and identify the murderer? You are our last hope. Can you help us crack the Creeping Hand Murder? Yours truly, Detective Chief Inspector of the Metropolitan Police

Rory, of Bénouville, Louisiana, is spending a year at a London boarding school when she witnesses a murder by a Jack the Ripper copycat and becomes involved with the very unusual investigation.

"Senior year at Ellingham Academy for Stevie Bell isn't going well. With the cold case of the century solved, Stevie is adrift. There is nothing to distract her from the questions pinging around her brain--questions about college, love, and life in general. Relief comes when David invites Stevie and her friends to join him for study abroad, and his new friend Izzy introduces her to a double-murder cold case. In 1995, nine friends from Cambridge University went to a country house and played a drunken game of hide-and-seek. Two were found in the woodshed the next day, murdered with an ax. The case was assumed to be a burglary gone wrong, but one of the remaining seven saw something she can't explain. This was no break-in. Someone's lying about what happened in the woodshed"--

An ill-timed storm on Christmas Eve buries the residents of Gracetown under multiple feet of snow and causes quite a bit of chaos. One brave soul ventures out into the storm from her stranded train and sets off a train of events that will change quite a few lives. Over the next three days one girl takes a risky shortcut with an adorable stranger, three friends set out to win a race to the Waffle House (and the hash brown spoils), and the fate of a teacup pig falls into the hands of a lovesick barista.

A teen tour guide on an island stumbles upon a captivating mystery that threatens to repeat a dark historical event. As she delves deeper into the island's secrets, she must race against time to uncover the truth and prevent the past from resurfacing. This standalone YA novel combines suspense with rich historical elements, showcasing the protagonist's determination and resourcefulness in the face of danger.

Seventeen-year-old Ginny Blackstone precipitously travels from her home in New Jersey to London when she receives a message from an unknown man telling her he has the letters that were stolen just before she completed a series of mysterious tasks assigned by her now dead aunt, an artist.

The funny thing about stop signs is that they're also start signs. Mayzie is the brainy middle sister, Brooks is the beautiful but conflicted oldest, and Palmer's the quirky baby of the family. In spite of their differences, the Gold sisters have always been close. When their father dies, everything begins to fall apart. Level–headed May is left to fend for herself (and somehow learn to drive), while her two sisters struggle with their own demons. But the girls learn that while there are a lot of rules for the road, there are no rules when it comes to the heart. Together, they discover the key to moving on – and it's the key to their father's Pontiac Firebird. This critically acclaimed, totally compelling book is perfect for readers looking for both a fun ride and a life–changing journey from one of today's best new YA writers. And it fits perfectly in the glove compartment.

In the sequel to "Suite Scarlett," Scarlett Martin is now Mrs. Amberson's assistant, running around town for her star client, Chelsea, a Broadway star Scarlett's age with a knack for making Scarlett feel insignificant.

When Ally sells her soul in exchange for popularity, it's up to Jane to put it all on the line to save her friend.

Everything about Ginny will change this summer, and it's all because of 13 little blue envelopes... Ginny, aged 17, is left 13 little blue envelopes by her free-spirited young Aunt Peg. Little does she know just how much they will change her life... * Inside envelope No 1 is money and instructions to buy a plane ticket. * Inside envelope No 2 are directions to a specific London flat * Inside envelope No 3 a note to Ginny says: Find a starving artist. * And because of envelope No 4 Ginny and a man called Keith go to Scotland together, with somewhat disastrous - though utterly romantic - results.

A hilarious romantic comedy set in New York City from the UK Queen of TeenIf living in a famous art deco hotel minutes away from Central Park sounds like your idea of a pretty sweet deal - you should talk to Scarlett Martin.

Das Buch ist bei deiner Buchhandlung vor Ort und bei vielen Online-Buchshops erhältlich! Der große Showdown an der Ellingham Academy! Drei Todesfälle in der Gegenwart, drei Morde in der Vergangenheit und bei allen besteht eine Verbindung zu Milliardär Albert Ellingham und seiner exklusiven Schule. Als sich die Beweise verdichten, ist es für Stevie Bell an der Zeit, endlich das zu tun, wofür sie an die Ellingham Academy gekommen ist: den größten Kriminalfall des Jahrhunderts aufklären – und einen Mörder überführen. Stevie hat den Entführer von Alice gefunden. Doch noch sind nicht alle Fragen beantwortet. Lebt Alice Ellingham noch? Und wie hängt ihr Verschwinden mit den Todesfällen in der Gegenwart zusammen? Als sich ein weiterer Unfall ereignet, soll das Internat evakuiert werden. Aber Stevie ist sich sicher: Dieses Rätsel kann sie nur am Schauplatz des Verbrechens lösen. Gemeinsam mit ihren Freunden versteckt sie sich in der Schule. Was jedoch niemand ahnt: Dort sind sie nicht nur einem heftigen Schneesturm ausgeliefert, sondern auch einem Mörder, der keine Skrupel kennt … Die Botschaft an der Wand ist das große Finale der Ellingham Academy -Trilogie. Im grandiosen Abschluss der Mystery-Reihe führt Maureen Johnson gekonnt alle Fäden aus der Vergangenheit und Gegenwart zusammen und liefert ein Finale, das allen Krimi-Fans ab 13 Jahren den Atem rauben wird.

Avant de devenir Cruella d'Enfer... Londres, été 1967. Estella, 16 ans, bourrée de talent, d'ingéniosité et d'ambition, rêve de devenir une grande créatrice de mode. Mais la vie semble en décider autrement : la jeune fille passe ses journées à errer dans les rues en compagnie d'Horace et Jasper. Ces voleurs amateurs deviennent vite sa famille de fortune et ses complices de méfaits en tous genres. Comment Estella pourrait-elle intégrer l'élite de la mode londonienne quand elle passe son temps à coudre des costumes destinés aux braquages du trio ? Sa rencontre inattendue avec Magda et Richard Moresby-Plum, deux jeunes héritiers de la haute société, laisse entrevoir à Estella un monde de luxe et de célébrité : et si elle était destinée à plus que ce qu'elle imaginait ? Tout à coup, le quotidien d'Estella se pare de soirées glamour, de restaurants huppés, de flirts avec une rock star montante et, bien sûr, des créations de mode les plus tendances au monde. Mais suivre ce rythme effréné a un coût... Estella est-elle prête à le payer ?

Drei Schwestern - gemeinsam sind wir stark! Palmer, Brooks und May sind Schwestern und gemeinsam nehmen sie es mit allem und jedem auf. Keine Herausforderung ist ihnen zu groß - bis der plötzliche Tod des Vaters alles verändert. Die Mädchen entfremden sich. Ein Jahr lang gehen sie getrennte Wege, dann beschließen sie, ihrem Vater mit einer verrückten Aktion ein außergewöhnliches Denkmal zu setzen. Und während der tollkühne Plan Gestalt annimmt, entdecken die Schwestern auch wieder, wie sehr sie einander brauchen. Diese Gemeinschaft macht sie stark - diesmal für immer. - Eine außergewöhnliche Geschichte über Verlust, Nähe und Vertrauen - Ein wunderbarer Mädchenroman mit viel Identifikationspotenzial - Für alle Leserinnen von Ann Brashares

Mayzie è la secondogenita di casa Gold, l'intellettuale di famiglia. Brooks, la maggiore, è una splendida atleta, divisa tra i suoi due grandi amori: il softball e Dave. Palmer è la minore, incerta in tutto fuorché nei suoi potentissimi lanci sul campo da softball. Poi accade l'impensabile: muore il padre. Brooks comincia a bere, Palm si chiude in se stessa, e May deve imparare a cavarsela da sola. Lavora, studia, e perfino Peter, l'eterno rivale, assume improvvisamente per lei un nuovo ruolo. Mentre May riprende a poco a poco in mano i cocci della sua vita, le altre due combattono ognuna con i propri demoni. Il segreto legame tra le tre sorelle sembra irrimediabilmente infranto... ma poi vengono ritrovate le chiavi dell'amatissima Firebird di papà.

Siedmioro podejrzanych. Dwie zbrodnie. Zabójca, który wciąż prowadzi śmiertelną grę. Ostatni rok w Akademii Ellinghama nie jest dla Stevie Bell najlepszy. Jej chłopak David studiuje w Londynie, a przyjaciół bez reszty pochłania pisanie podań na wyższe uczelnie. Nie mając żadnej nowej zagadki do rozwiązania, Stevie pogrąża się w dręczących myślach: o studiach, o miłości i o życiu w ogóle. Na szczęście David zaprasza ją do Anglii, gdzie Stevie dowiaduje się o tajemniczej podwójnej zbrodni sprzed lat… Pewnego dnia latem 1995 roku dziewięcioro studentów Cambridge wybrało się do wiejskiej posiadłości i tam po pijanemu bawiło się w chowanego. Nazajutrz dwoje z nich znaleziono w drewutni, zamordowanych siekierą. Policja uznała zabójstwa za efekt nieudanego włamania, lecz jedna z siedmiu pozostałych osób widziała wtedy coś dziwnego. I nie była to próba rabunku. Bo gdy wszyscy kłamią, ktoś ginie…

Clio Ford is zeventien en woont bij haar moeder in Amerika. Tot haar grote woede wordt Clio gedwongen de zomer bij haar vader door te brengen, met wie ze het totaal niet kan vinden. Dat ze wekenlang vast komt te zitten op een zeiljacht op de Middellandse Zee maakt het alleen maar erger! In Italië ontmoet Clio haar vader en de andere bemanningsleden, waaronder de archeologe Julia, haar jonge assistent Aidan en haar dochter Elsa. Clio ontdekt dat Julia niet alleen aan boord is vanwege haar archeologische kennis; ze is ook haar vaders nieuwe vriendin. De band tussen Clio en haar vader wordt er niet beter op. Haar vader is op zoek naar de Marguerita Steen, die rond 1900 tijdens een scheepsramp verdwenen is. Als ze het scheepswrak vinden, is het Clio die de steen opduikt. Terwijl de anderen de vondst vieren, blijven Aidan en Clio achter op het schip. De spanning die er tussen hen is, kan Clio niet meer ontlopen. Maar juist op dat moment wordt hun zeiljacht gestolen en komen Clio en Aidan in een klopjacht terecht. Er blijken meer mensen geïnteresseerd te zijn in de Marguerita Steen…

Wie droomt er op zijn 17e niet van om de wereld en de liefde te ontdekken? Wanneer de 17-jarige Ginny van haar onlangs overleden tante 13 enveloppen ontvangt en geld om een vliegticket naar Londen te kopen, weet ze dat er iets spannends staat te gebeuren. Wat ze niet weet, is dat de reis haar leven drastisch zal veranderen. Samen met de regels die haar tante heeft opgesteld, storten de enveloppen haar in een groot avontuur. De brieven leiden Ginny naar Londen, Rome, Parijs, Amsterdam en Korfu. Terug in Londen wachten haar twee verrassingen: de jongen op wie ze verliefd is en het ware verhaal van haar tante. Het wordt een reis om nooit te vergeten.

È la Vigilia di Natale a Gracetown. Scende la neve, i regali sono già sotto l’albero e le luci brillano per le strade. Sembra tutto pronto per la festa, ma una tormenta arriva a sparigliare le carte. Così si può rimanere bloccati su un treno in mezzo al nulla e vagare per la città fino a incontrare un intrigante sconosciuto. Oppure prendere la macchina per raggiungere una festa che promette di essere memorabile, per scoprire che l’amore è più vicino di quanto pensassimo. O ancora ritrovare qualcuno che si credeva perduto, ma solo dopo una giornata piena di imprevisti e di… maiali. Grazie a John Green, Maureen Johnson e Lauren Myracle, affermati autori Young Adult, la magia delle vacanze splende su questi tre racconti d’amore, che s’intrecciano tra loro mettendo in scena baci appassionati e avventure esilaranti.