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The Fairy-tale Detectives (Sisters Grimm)
The Fairytale Detectives - Sisters Grimm Author:Michael Buckley Nancy Drew meets Shrek in this funny, exciting new series of mysteries set in a community of fairy-tale characters. In the first book, The Sisters Grimm (Book One): The Fairy-Tale Detectives, we meet Sabrina and Daphne Grimm, two seeming orphans from New York City, who have been sent upstate to live with a grandmother they h... more »ad always believed was dead. As soon as the sisters arrive in tiny Ferryport Landing, they begin to unravel a mystery that reveals a family secret. Sabrina and Daphne learn they are descendants of the Brothers Grimm, whose famous books of fairy tales is actually a history book, documenting mischief perpetrated by magical folk called Everafters. Ferryport Landing was founded by Everafters who emigrated from Europe. Prince Charming is the mayor, Snow White is a kindergarten teacher, the Three Little Pigs are the police force—in fact, most jobs in town are filled by disguised magical folk seeking a new, peaceful way of life. However, there are still troublemakers in their midst who use magic to harm humans. It’s the Grimm family legacy to keep the peace between Everafters and their non-magic neighbors. The sisters’ first case? A roller coaster ride of an adventure to stop a giant from destroying their new hometown.
The Sisters Grimm are a welcome addition to the ranks of literary girl sleuths, and their adventures are sure to enchant.« less