Raising Arcadia Series

This series follows a teenage girl grappling with her identity after uncovering shocking family secrets. Set against the backdrop of an elite institution, she confronts personal tragedy and embarks on a dangerous investigation to catch a killer. As the narrative unfolds, she unearths truths about her origins and the manipulative forces shaping her life, delivering a compelling tale of mystery and self-discovery.

Recommended Reading Order

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Raising Arcadia
Simon Chesterman
240 pages
9 hours of reading
The story follows sixteen-year-old Arcadia Greentree, who possesses extraordinary observational skills but struggles with her identity after uncovering shocking truths about her family. Set in contemporary England, she navigates the complexities of an elite school while confronting a tragedy at home that propels her into a dangerous investigation to catch a killer. As the plot unfolds, Arcadia grapples with the revelations of her true origins and the manipulative forces shaping her life, culminating in a gripping tale of mystery and self-discovery.
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Finding Arcadia
Simon Chesterman
859 pages
31 hours of reading
A witty blend of old school sleuthing, mysterious circumstances, super-powers and modern technology, all set in 21st century England. Fast paced, smartly written and well-observed situations make Simon Chesterman a new promising voice for contemporary young adult fiction.
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Being Arcadia
Simon Chesterman
240 pages
9 hours of reading
In this concluding volume of the trilogy, Arcadia Greentree faces the challenges of her past while navigating her future. As she unravels mysteries reminiscent of classic detective tales, her journey promises to reveal deep personal truths and pivotal decisions that will shape her destiny.

Recommended Reading Order

Raising Arcadia

Finding Arcadia

Being Arcadia