The Girl who Listened to Walls - Couverture souple

M., Usri

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798241595089

Editeur : Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

Twelve-year-old Emma Carter never expected her family's move to a quiet American neighborhood to change her life. Maplewood Lane appears peaceful on the surface, but beneath its calm exterior lies a decade-old murder mystery that has haunted the community for years.

Ten years earlier, Margaret Wilson was found dead in her own home under suspicious circumstances. With no forced entry, no clear suspect, and little evidence, the case went cold, and the neighborhood learned to live with unanswered questions. Emma, however, is not the kind of girl who can ignore silence or unexplained details.
Curious, observant, and determined, Emma begins noticing strange patterns others have overlooked. Whispered conversations, an abandoned house still visited by fresh flowers, and neighbors who avoid speaking about the past all raise troubling questions. Driven by her love for mysteries and her sharp intelligence, Emma starts investigating the case on her own.
Through old newspaper reports, library records, and careful observation, Emma uncovers a shocking clue that points to long-term poisoning rather than an accidental death. Her discovery leads her to a hidden truth involving family betrayal, greed, and a carefully planned crime that remained undetected for years.
With the support of her parents, Emma brings her findings to the police, reopening the case and delivering justice to a woman whose story was almost forgotten. This gripping middle-grade mystery blends suspense, intelligence, and emotional depth, showing young readers the power of curiosity, courage, and critical thinking.
Perfect for readers aged 8 to 15, the story celebrates the idea that age is no barrier to truth and that even the quietest places can hide the darkest secrets. Ideal for fans of children's detective fiction, mystery adventures, and inspiring young heroines, this book proves that sometimes one brave child can change everything.Twelve-year-old Emma Carter never expected her family's move to a quiet American neighborhood to change her life. Maplewood Lane appears peaceful on the surface, but beneath its calm exterior lies a decade-old murder mystery that has haunted the community for years.

Ten years earlier, Margaret Wilson was found dead in her own home under suspicious circumstances. With no forced entry, no clear suspect, and little evidence, the case went cold, and the neighborhood learned to live with unanswered questions. Emma, however, is not the kind of girl who can ignore silence or unexplained details.

Curious, observant, and determined, Emma begins noticing strange patterns others have overlooked. Whispered conversations, an abandoned house still visited by fresh flowers, and neighbors who avoid speaking about the past all raise troubling questions. Driven by her love for mysteries and her sharp intelligence, Emma starts investigating the case on her own.

Through old newspaper reports, library records, and careful observation, Emma uncovers a shocking clue that points to long-term poisoning rather than an accidental death. Her discovery leads her to a hidden truth involving family betrayal, greed, and a carefully planned crime that remained undetected for years.

With the support of her parents, Emma brings her findings to the police, reopening the case and delivering justice to a woman whose story was almost forgotten. This gripping middle-grade mystery blends suspense, intelligence, and emotional depth, showing young readers the power of curiosity, courage, and critical thinking.

Perfect for readers aged 8 to 15, the story celebrates the idea that age is no barrier to truth and that even the quietest places can hide the darkest secrets. Ideal for fans of children's detective fiction, mystery adventures, and inspiring young heroines, this book proves that sometimes one brave child can change everything.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798241595089
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 31
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Printed by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg