The Sweetness At The Bottom Of The Pie by Alan Bradley

Set in 1950s England, the story follows the precocious eleven-year-old Flavia de Luce, an aspiring chemist with a passion for poison, who finds herself embroiled in a murder mystery when she discovers a dying man in her family's garden. As Flavia uses her sharp intellect and scientific knowledge to investigate, she uncovers secrets about her family and the victim, all while outsmarting the local police. Her fearless and curious nature leads her on a thrilling adventure filled with unexpected twists and a touch of dark humor.

Published
2009
Nationality
Canadian
Length
Moderate
Pages
350-400
Original Language
English
Avg User Rating
(3.7)
Alternate Titles
None

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