"The Speckled Band" is a great choice for fans of mystery and detective novels. This easy-to-read adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic story features illustrations that bring the characters and the setting to life. With a QR code for a free audiobook, it's perfect for readers of all ages who are looking for a thrilling and engaging adventure. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is the way it introduces Sherlock Holmes to a new generation of readers in a format that they can easily understand and enjoy.

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About Sweet Cherry Easy Classics: From Shakespeare to Austen, Sweet Cherry Easy Classics adapts classic literature into stories for children, introducing these timeless tales to a new generation. All titles in the series are leveled for classroom use, including GRLs. The books target early readers ages 6-8, including early school-age children looking for exciting stories, as well as reluctant readers. Popular books in the series include Pride and Prejudice, A Christmas Carol and Othello. It is with great sadness that we report the death of Miss Julia Stoner of Stoke Moran. The cause of death remains unknown. The mysterious noises last heard around the time of Julia's death are back, and her sister Helen knows it is simply a matter of time before she suffers the same fate. There is a dark plot afoot and the only way to catch the culprit is to walk into a deadly trap...

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