Thrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd (Flavia de Luce, #8)
Thrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd (Flavia de Luce, #8)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016
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BetaThrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd (Flavia de Luce, #8)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016307
Novel • Fiction
England • 1950s
2016
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
In Alan Bradley's novel Thrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd, 12-year-old chemist and amateur sleuth Flavia de Luce returns home to England and discovers a dead body. She uses her wit and scientific knowledge to investigate and uncover the truth behind the mysterious death, navigating personal and familial challenges along the way.
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Alan Bradley's Thrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd is lauded for its charming protagonist, Flavia de Luce, and intricate plot, blending mystery with wit. Critics praise Bradley's descriptive prose and character development, yet some note the pacing can be uneven. Overall, the novel is engaging for fans of the series but may not stand alone for new readers.
Who Should Read Thrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd (Flavia de Luce, #8)?
Fans of cozy mysteries with a flair for English countryside charm will relish Thrice the Brinded Cat Hath Mew'd by Alan Bradley. Readers who adore clever, youthful sleuths like Flavia de Luce, similar to those found in Agatha Christie's The Murder of Roger Ackroyd or Louise Penny's Still Life, will find this book delightful.
26,641 ratings
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307
Novel • Fiction
England • 1950s
2016
14-18 years
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