The Case of the Deadly Desperados Hardback - 2012
by Lawrence, Caroline
Introducing P.K. Pinkerton, Masterof Disguise
When twelve-year-old P.K. (Pinky) Pinkerton's fosterparents are murdered by Whittlin' Walt and hisgang of ruthless desperados, Pinky goes on the run.He's forced into hiding with Ma's priceless last possession:the deed to a large amount of land and silvermines in the Nevada Mountains. But relying ondisguises will only keep Pinky hidden for so long,and the desperados are quickly closing in . . .
Narrated by the incredibly lively Pinky, this thrillinghigh-speed chase through the Wild West will keepreaders on the edge of their seats until the very lastpage.AUTHOR BIO: Caroline Lawrence is an English-American author who wasborn in London and grew up in Bakersfield, California. Shecurrently lives in London, England.END
Summary
When twelve-year-old P.K. (Pinky) Pinkerton's foster parents are murdered by Whittlin' Walt and his gang of ruthless desperados, Pinky goes on the run and is forced into hiding with Ma's priceless last possession: the deed to a large amount of land and silver mines in the Nevada Mountains. But relying on disguises will only keep Pinky hidden for so long, and the desperados are quickly closing in . . .
Narrated by the incredibly lively Pinky, this thrilling high-speed chase through the Wild West will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.
Details
- Title The Case of the Deadly Desperados
- Author Lawrence, Caroline
- Binding Hardback
- Edition 1st Edition
- Pages 279
- Language EN
- Publisher Putnam Juvenile, New York
- Date 2012-02-16
- ISBN 9780399256332
Media reviews
Amazon Best Book 2012
Kirkus Best Book 2012
Indie Next Pick
Booklist Top 10 Youth Crime Fiction
Booklist Top 10 Youth Western
FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES:
“Curious, clever, and very funny…P.K.'s journey is very much a metaphor for an autistic experience. Lawrence powerfully conveys both the difficulties of living with autism and the autistic mind's distinctive strengths. Any child who's felt like a 'Misfit' or 'Freak of Nature' as P.K. does will identify with his despair and cheer him.”
STARRED REVIEW FROM BOOKLIST:
“A winning blend of Wild West and classic detective lore, this first book in the Western Mysteries series is a fast-paced, engrossing read, from beginning to end.”
STARRED REVIEW FROM KIRKUS REVIEWS:
“[F]ast-paced and deadpan-funny Wild West adventure … A rich vein of wisdom runs through this highly entertaining, swashbuckling series debut.”
FROM PUBLISHERS WEEKLY:
“[E]nergetic, vividly written series opener… this agile story should keep readers’ attention from first page to last.”
FROM THE BULLETIN OF THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN’S BOOKS:
“Wild chases, wilder disguises, goofy humor, wordplay, a delightfully gruesome end for Whittlin’ Walt, and a strong hint of episodes to come all provide a passel of good readin’.”
FROM HORN BOOK:
“[A] bang-up series starter, …[this] strongly voiced account succeeds as a rousing adventure that promises more action in another installment just around the corner.”
FROM VOYA:
“[Q]uick paced and engaging, moving from one escapade to the next without ever slowing down.”
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