The Body In The Swimming Pool

The Body In The Swimming Pool is a suspenseful young adult mystery about four teens who uncover a deadly secret while navigating an unwanted case of chicken pox. Set during a sunlit, uneasy summer, the book blends friendship, bravery, and sharp detection for readers who love puzzle-filled stories and small-town secrets. It’s ideal for middle grade to teen readers who crave edge-of-your-seat twists wrapped in loyal, hopeful hearts. Four friends—Paromita, Nihal, Darius, and Sunidhi—form the Chicken Pox Club when their planned summer workshop on detection is out of reach, and they decide to chase the truth themselves. As they unravel the layers of Sandra Saldanha’s life, they follow clues hidden in her poetry and a cryptic note that leads them from familiar streets to an eerie cemetery. The mystery unfolds through brisk, character-driven chapters that balance tension with warmth, humor, and the courage that comes from trusting one another. The narrative moves with a steady pace, inviting readers to piece together motive, secrets, and the choices that people make when danger is close at hand. Engaging mystery centered on four teenage investigators and their unlikely club Clues and twists drawn from poetry, notes, and the haunting atmosphere of a cemetery Themes of friendship, trust, bravery, and the complexities of uncovering the truth Clear, accessible storytelling with fast pacing and strong character voices After finishing The Body In The Swimming Pool, readers gain a sense of empowerment from choosing curiosity over fear and from standing by friends in the face of uncertainty. The story invites you to think critically, value teamwork, and believe that courage can reveal the truth even when it’s buried deep beneath the surface.