Raghav finds himself attracted to the book as mysteries excite him. Two little investigators, Ant and Tam, are searching for serious answers — Is an old forest in danger? Are kidnappers after their pet chicken? Where did the cupcakes go? “I was intrigued by the many twists in the book. Those hurdles made it a fun read,” he says. The fact that the book comes with Solve It Yourself puzzles helped the tween engage with the fictional characters. “I was part of the mystery-solving process. The introduction of the ghost of a famous detective who’s friendly to the kids is a unique feature.” Although the book comes with an animated cover, Raghav prefers Jemma Jose’s illustrations from inside the book.

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We learn the book was delivered to the Juhu boy in its pristine condition, but his mother notes, “The cover doesn’t stand out as such. Also, while the puzzles are a plus for my child, many children might just want to relax while reading.” The reader might have liked reading the title but wasn’t particularly glued to it — informs his mother — because of its unchallenging writing style. “But that’s in context to the kind of reading he has done in the past,” Diya reasons.

The Egghead Detective Agency
Age group: 8 to 11 years
Type: Book with puzzles
Price: Rs 299
Rating: 3/4
At: penguin.co.in