Cover of The Find Outers The Mystery Of The Burnt Cottage by Enid Blyton

The Find Outers The Mystery Of The Burnt Cottage

by Enid Blyton

Step into a cozy village and join a clever team of young investigators in The Mystery of the Burnt Cottage, a beloved entry in Enid Blyton's The Find-Outers series. This mystery for curious readers, especially ages 8–12, follows Fatty, Larry, Daisy, Pip, Bets, and Buster the dog as they try to uncover who set fire to Mr Hick's cottage before the local policeman, Mr Goon, can pin the blame. If you love puzzle-solving, friendship, and safe, adventurous suspense, this book is made for you. Written with brisk chapters and warm, funny dialogue, The Find-Outers invites readers to play along as clues accumulate. The detectives rely on observation, teamwork, and clever deductions to piece together what happened, all while dodging Mr Goon's officious interruptions. The pace stays lively but accessible, with kid-friendly twists and a strong sense of camaraderie that keeps the tone hopeful and inviting. The book presents problem-solving as a team sport, rewarding curiosity with satisfying discoveries and a final sense of achievement. Intriguing cottage-fire mystery set in a charming village The Find-Outers team—Fatty, Larry, Daisy, Pip, Bets, and Buster the dog—drives the investigation Clues, red herrings, and clever deductions that invite reader participation Brisk, classic Blyton prose with warm humor and accessible pacing Themes of teamwork, courage, and problem-solving you can carry beyond the page After finishing The Mystery of the Burnt Cottage, readers will feel more confident in their powers of observation and cooperation, ready to tackle puzzles with patience and optimism. The story leaves them with a sense of curiosity about how clues come together and a comforting faith in friendship, inviting them to seek out the next adventure with The Find-Outers.

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