A Red Herring Without Mustard (Flavia de Luce, #3)
A Red Herring Without Mustard (Flavia de Luce, #3)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Bishop's Lacey, England • 1950s
2011
13-18 years
920L
Super Short Summary
A Red Herring Without Mustard by Alan Bradley features a young detective as she encounters a mysterious gypsy woman, leading to a tangled investigation involving hidden secrets and unexpected revelations. Set in a small English village, this third book in the Flavia de Luce series blends intrigue and chemistry within a vivid historical setting.
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Review Roundup
Alan Bradley's A Red Herring Without Mustard is lauded for its vivid prose and the endearing character of Flavia de Luce, a young sleuth. Reviewers appreciate the intricate plot and atmospheric 1950s English setting. Criticisms include occasional pacing issues and predictability. Overall, it's well-received for its charm and engaging mystery.
Who Should Read A Red Herring Without Mustard (Flavia de Luce, #3)?
A reader who delights in A Red Herring Without Mustard by Alan Bradley would likely appreciate clever, young protagonists and cozy mysteries. Fans of Flavia de Luce Mysteries might also enjoy the engaging detective work and charmingly eccentric characters. Similar readers enjoy The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie and The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency.
47,429 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
416
Novel • Fiction
Bishop's Lacey, England • 1950s
2011
13-18 years
920L
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