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Ratings: ★★★★★ (4.8/5)
Genre: Children's Mystery / Detective Fiction / Collection

Book Review:
If there's a mystery that needs solving, the Five Find-Outers are on the case! And in this second volume of Enid Blyton's beloved Mystery Series, readers get three complete adventures in one exciting collection.

Join Larry, Pip, Bets, Daisy, and Fatty—along with Buster the dog—as they tackle their most puzzling cases yet. In ''The Mystery of the Missing Necklace,'' the children must find a valuable piece of jewelry and clear their friend's name. In ''The Mystery of the Spiteful Letters,'' anonymous hate mail is terrorizing the town, and only the Find-Outers can uncover the culprit. And in ''The Mystery of the Hidden House,'' a seemingly abandoned house holds secrets that the children are determined to discover.

What makes these stories so enduring is the brilliant character of Fatty (Frederick), the leader of the Find-Outers. With his talent for disguise, his quick thinking, and his slightly pompous but lovable personality, Fatty is one of Blyton's greatest creations. His battles of wits with the bumbling policeman Mr. Goon provide endless entertainment.

Bets, the youngest, often notices details the others miss. Pip and Larry bring energy and enthusiasm. Daisy is steady and reliable. Together with Buster the dog, they form an unbeatable detective team.

This volume collects three complete novels, offering hours of reading pleasure. The mysteries are cleverly plotted, with enough clues for young readers to try solving along with the children.

The Egmont edition features cover illustrations by Timothy Banks and is beautifully presented. It's part of a five-volume series collecting all the Find-Outers adventures.

''The Mystery Series Volume 2'' is perfect for young readers aged 8-12 who love detective stories, puzzles, and the timeless appeal of Enid Blyton's characters. Whether you're new to the Find-Outers or a longtime fan, this collection is a treasure. Highly recommended.