Title: The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie
Author: Alan Bradley
Genre: Mystery
From the first chapter, you will fall in love with the young, witty, 11 year-old Flavia de Luce. Her love for poisons and chemistry may get her into some trouble, but she always manages to outwit everyone, especially her two snobby older sisters. Along with her trusty bicycle, Gladys, Flavia is known to poke her nose into business that is definitely not suitable for the typical 11 year-old girl. This rings true when Flavia finds a dead bird on her family's doorstep: she decides that she must use her deductive skills to solve this mystery. However, this troublesome case is more twisted and complex than anyone could imagine. With 1950s England as a backdrop, this novel will both keep you on the edge of your seat and tickle your funny bone. And, readers rejoice, this is the first in a series of 11 current books!
