As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust
As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
448
Novel • Fiction
Toronto, Canada • 1950s
2015
Adult
14-18 years
870L
Super Short Summary
As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust by Alan Bradley follows Flavia de Luce, a twelve-year-old girl sent to Miss Bodycote's Female Academy in post-World War II Toronto, where she investigates the mysterious disappearance of several girls, a burnt corpse falling into her room, and the secrets of her enigmatic mother's past amidst navigating a secret society and a restrictive headmistress.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Humorous
Adventurous
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Alan Bradley's As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust captivates with its charming protagonist, Flavia de Luce, and engaging mystery. The novel's wit and distinct voice shine, though some find the plot less compelling than previous entries. Overall, it delivers well-crafted intrigue and an endearing heroine, but may not be the series' strongest installment.
Who Should Read As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust?
A reader who would enjoy Alan Bradley's As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust is likely a fan of quirky, historical mysteries with a youthful, intelligent protagonist. Those who appreciate Louise Penny’s Armand Gamache series or Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes stories will find this book equally captivating.
32,529 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
448
Novel • Fiction
Toronto, Canada • 1950s
2015
Adult
14-18 years
870L
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