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When Polly, a young servant girl, is accused of stealing Lady Mountjoy's famous diamonds, she enlists the aid of the Baker Street Boys to clear her name and solve the case.
Quick Summary
When a servant girl named Polly is falsely blamed for stealing Lady Mountjoy's dazzling diamonds, she rounds up the Baker Street Boys and turns the accusation into a full-blown kid-sleuth adventure. The mystery unfolds with witty banter, clever misdirection, and a pace that keeps readers turning pages without ever feeling bogged down in heavy exposition. Kids who love a classic whodunit think light-hearted Nancy Drew vibes mixed with a dash of Sherlock Holmes will find this especially satisfying, and reluctant readers often get hooked by the short chapters and snappy dialogue. Parents can rest easy knowing the scares are mild, the humor is warm, and the story quietly reinforces themes of honesty, teamwork, and standing up for the underdog. The investigation takes Polly and her friends from dusty attics to glittering ballrooms, piecing together clues that lead to a surprise twist that feels fair yet unexpected. If you've enjoyed "The Secret of the Old Clock," you'll recognize the same vintage mystery flavor, but here it's brought to life with a fresh, youthful cast that feels right at home for middle-grade readers.