The Case of the Cat with the Missing Ear: From the Notebooks of Edward R. Smithfield, D.V.M.
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"And if I'm not mistaken," said Blackthorne, peering into the microscope, "we can narrow down our list of Mr. Kirkpatrick's visitors to a dalmatian, a Sussex spaniel, a poodle, a weimaraner..." -- Blackthorne looked up from the microscope -- "and an orange-haired cat."Samuel Blackthorne, a Yorkshire terrier, is a master of observation and a genius of deductive reasoning who earns his living by unraveling mysteries and solving crimes.When Molly Kirkpatrick, a sleek greyhound, comes to Blackthorne for help in finding her missing brother Patrick, a quiet accountant, it seems like a simple enough case. But the trail leads Blackthorne and his colleague, Smithfield, to the docks, the dog track, casinos, and all kinds of roguish characters. They are caught up in an increasingly convoluted web of deceit that involves the highest-ranking officials in the city -- and a mysterious, possibly deadly, cat with just one ear.In this witty mystery Scott Emerson recounts the amazing adventures of Mr. Samuel Blackthorne, as revealed in the notebooks of Dr. Edward R. Smithfield.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0689858612
ISBN13:9780689858611
Release Date:September 2003
Publisher:Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Length:236 Pages
Weight:0.70 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 5.6" x 7.5"
Age Range:9 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 4 to 7
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Excellent!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
Set in late nineteenth century San Francisco, The Case of the Cat with the Missing Ear, from the very first page captured my attention and held it throughout. Mr. Emerson has written an intelligent and thoroughly gripping and rather humorous mystery with a cast of curious canine (and feline) characters. Samuel Blackthorn, a clever, cunning, and courageous Yorkie dogdetective, makes many friends and deals with canines a zillion times larger than himself -- which, after all, is to be expected in a town populated by pooches of every description. The imagery, such as the vivid description of the fog rolling down into the city at twilight, is truly fascinating! Wit and whimsey abound in this Sherlock Holmesian narrative, which I highly recommend to readers both young and old. I can hardly wait for the next adventure in the series! A very good read, indeed!
Fantastic!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
The best book I've read in the last few years. There aren't many books between the reading level of Harry Potter and To Kill a Mockingbird. This is it. It's funny but doesn't treat kids like they aren't as smart as adults. This is a book for kids who love to read but have run out of good books. Although it says ages 8-12, I'm 40 and I loved it. Dog lovers of all ages will love it too.
A delightful mystery is intended for young adult readers
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
This delightful mystery is intended for young adult readers but is reviewed here for its ability to interest all age groups. Take a Yorkshire terrier investigator who is a master of deductive reasoning ala Sherlock Holmes, add some animals who come to him for help, and throw in a complex tale of deceit which involves high-ranking city officials and you have Adventures Of Samuel Blackthorne, a satisfyingly different and witty mystery.
A book about good friends !!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
Samuel Blackthorne's world is as warm and interesting as the wonderful friends he meets. The atmosphere in this book makes you taste the coffee... excuse me "the expresso" and smell the wet streets down by the docks. This book is for everyone that loves a good time no matter what their age. I can't wait for the next one.
An Intelligent children's book FINALLY!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
This novel truly brings life to reading again!. I am a avid reader, and boy was I amazed! I love the characters and it makes me feel like I am sitting right next to Dr. Smithfield and Mr. Blackthorne in their tea room sharing jokes and sipping on espresso. It is my favorite book right now and What I like about it best is that IT DOESN'T TREAT YOU LIKE AN IDIOT! I applaude Mr. Emerson and await the next book anxiously.
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