The Skeleton Puzzle
By Lisa Thompson

The young detectives of Chestnut Close - Matthew, Melody and Jake - are back to solve another twisty mystery!When a long-buried skeleton is found in Old Nina's garden, the kids are set on discovering who it is, how it got there and who was responsible. Then Old Nina's long-lost son turns up, with his own kid in tow, which should be a cause for celebration. But are the pair really who they are claiming to be - or are they imposters? As Matthew, Melody and Jake investigate, they dig up jaw-dropping secrets and uncover a plot to stash some priceless jewels on the Close...a page-turning, twisty mystery set in the world of huge bestseller The Goldfish BoyThe Times has called Lisa Thompson "one of our most inventive writers for children"PRAISE FOR LISA THOMPSON BOOKSGoldfish Boy"an utterly captivating read"and BookTrust"This empathetic debut is a middle-grade whodunit with a very special heart."and Kirkus"a heart-warming tale"and Books for KeepsThe Light JarShortlisted for the Children's Book Awards 2019, Books for Older Readers Category"bags of empathy to a deftly plotted tale"and The Guardian"A hugely endearing boy hero"and The TimesThe Day I Was Erased"Lisa Thompson's light touch in delicately exploring emotional wellbeing means the story can be enjoyed by younger children and teenagers alike and can help begin important conversations about memory loss, parental discord and the meaning of friendship."and BookTrust