Description
When he decides to visit his cousin Georgie, Mr. Beagle is not looking for a new mystery to solve—but he finds one nonetheless. Books have been going missing in the neighborhood, and not just any books…storybooks. Of course, Mr. Beagle’s keen nose and sharp eyes help him find the answer.
In this delightful picture book, Lori Doody has her quirky canine sleuth solve a new puzzle and celebrates the importance of stories in the lives of us all.
In this delightful picture book, Lori Doody has her quirky canine sleuth solve a new puzzle and celebrates the importance of stories in the lives of us all.
Author Bio
A printmaker by training, Lori Doody is the author/illustrator of more than a dozen beloved picture books that combine bright, simple illustrations with delightfully quirky wit. They include Capelin Weather, The Puffin Problem, Mallard, Mallard, Moose, Paint the Town Pink, Catalina, Agnes's Garden and the Mr. Beagle series. Her books have been included in the Canadian Children's Book Centre's Best Books for Kids & Teens, named to the OLA's "Top Ten Best Bets" list; and short-listed for the NL Book Award for Children's/Young Adult Literature. This is her first board book.
Review Quotes
“Doody’s Mr. Beagle books feature an appealing canine sleuth solving child-friendly who-dun-its…..Characters make mistakes in this books, but the spirit of forgiveness and community shine through. These wholesome animal-themed detective stories invite young readers into a world of inclusivity.”
— Canadian Children's Book News
“The understated text tells the story, but the amusing, droll illustrations provide the clues critical to solving the mystery. …. Mr. Beagle learns to never judge a book by its cover in his latest engaging mystery.”
— Kirkus Reviews
With the whimsy of its bold lines and shapes and the vibrancy of its colours and characters, Mr. Beagle and the Georgestown Mystery gives readers a lesson in ignoring appearances and stereotypes and celebrates the benefits of embracing all for the betterment of all. I'd say that's another victory and mystery solved for Mr. Beagle
