by Annabelle Sami
illustrated by Daniela Sosa
 
First in a fabulous, well paced, UK-set detective series in which a young Asian girl continues the legacy of her aunt and ammi's Snow Leopard Detective Agency (location: Pakistan established: circa 1999). Like all good sleuths, Zaiba has her clue-busting assistants: best pal, Popp and little brother, Ali. The first mystery to launch Zaiba's investigative nose takes place at her cousin's Mehndi party. Describes by our school librarian reviewer, Fiona, as 'A fun, easy read', this would be ideal for emerging readers and fans of...amongst others... Nancy Drew. Backnotes for budding detectives: detecting tips; how to make your own fingerprinting kit; secret codes. Plus, a myth-busting quiz on Mendhi parties. Reading guides for the complete series can be found here: Age 8-12, Paperback 247pp
 
Themes: Gender Equality