Search - The Ruby in the Smoke (Sally Lockhart, Bk 1)

I really liked this book, the whole trilogy really. It is a little depressing and violent, but it has a lot of good points and morals.

My second Philip Pullman read, and I enjoyed this one the best so far. Didn't even know it was considered a "young adult" book when found this brand new looking book at local swap. A thorough story with engaging characters. Loved the different personalities. Actually looking forward to continuing the Sally Lockhart trilogy.

Sally Lockhart is 16, her father has just died over seas. She soon learns it was MURDER and she is going to find out why he died. Book has everything!

Well crafted intrigue in a mystery, adventure novel that barely pushed the limits of the imagination. Entertaining; childish yet captivating, this book was certainly a fun read but it didn't inspire me to order the second book.

What a great read. Can't believe I missed this series the first tine around.
"Beware the Seven Blessings..." When she first utters these words, sixteen year old Sally Lockhart doesn't know their meaning. But when an employee of her later father hears them, he dies of fear. Thus begins Sally's terrifying journey into the seamy underworld of Victorian London in search of clules that will solve the puzzle of her father's death. Pursued by villains and cutthroats at every turn, she at last uncovers two dark mysteries. One involves the opium trade; the other, a stolen ruby of enormous value. Sally soon learns that she is the key to both - and that it's worth her very life to find out why.

Very good read.