If you want more historical fiction which combines rip-roaring adventure with a brilliantly clear picture of life in times past, try the tales of Pinky, a young detective in the Wild, Wild West. Start with [[The Western Mysteries: The Case of the Deadly Desperados by Caroline Lawrence]] then try the sequels [[The P K Pinkerton Mysteries: The Case of the Good-looking Corpse by Caroline Lawrence|The Case of the Good-looking Corpse]] and [[The Case of the Bogus Detective by Caroline Lawrence|The Case of the Bogus Detective]]. Or, if you prefer your mysteries closer to home, investigate the exploits of another young detective, the intriguingly named Slightly Jones. Bookbag recommends [[Slightly Jones Mystery: The Case of the Glasgow Ghoul by Joan Lennon]] and [[A Slightly Jones Mystery: The Case of the Hidden City by Joan Lennon|The Case of the Hidden City]]
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