Lori and Max BUNDLE

Praise for the book

Praise for Lori and Max: 

Shortlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2021
Longlisted for the Branford Boase Award 2020
Longlisted for the Blue Peter Book Award 2020 

‘This thrilling, funny, perceptive detective story is in a class of its own.’ The Times Children’s Book of the Week

‘A wittily told detective story about two eccentric and endearing girls – it’s a real page-turner.’ Jacqueline Wilson

‘In this masterful detective novel … a narrative of family dysfunction is cleverly interlaced with old-fashioned derring-do… she plots with the precision of Agatha Christie, turning every unexpected event into an immaculate puzzle, which the attentive reader can piece together as the story romps on. The deceptively simple plot contains meaty themes of friendship and family breakdown, beautifully observed through the eyes of two children on the cusp of adolescence… This is her first book for children, and it has all the makings of another hit.’ 5 stars, The Telegraph

‘Classic mystery mixes with contemporary themes … in this pacy, gripping story.’ The Guardian

‘Full of laughter, excitement and empathy this is the perfect pick for budding sleuths.’ Children’s Book of the Week, South Wales Evening Post

‘The classic detective story gets a modern twist in Lori and Max… Flynn finds similarity in two very different characters, who are brilliantly drawn in brief and vivid detail.’ The Irish Times

‘This fast-paced crime adventure showcases the dynamics of an unexpected friendship and tackles some serious social issues, such as addiction, bullying, discrimination and the fluidity of the modern family. Told from the point of view of each of the girls, the story is by turns funny, sad and challenging but always engrossing and a true page-turner.’ BookTrust

‘Catherine O’Flynn has smoothly combined camaraderie and classroom drama with real-life crime and challenging circumstances. Lori and Max is an absolute page-turner, and a joy to read.’ Sarah Mallon, Scottish Book Trust and The Scotsman

Praise for Lori and Max and the Book Thieves:

The Times Children’s Book of the Week
Longlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2022

‘This is the second in a fabulous, clever, funny series about girl detectives Lori and Max from the talented novelist Catherine O’Flynn (What Was Lost). The good news is it’s even wittier than the first, with dialogue that dances … Lori is a highly original narrator and Flynn is unafraid of dealing with knife crime and neglect in a book that still manages to be light on its feet and suitable for 8 to 12-year-olds. No small feat.’ Alex O’Connell, The Times

‘… packed full of twists and turns. Yet again Catherine has created a story filled with drama and tension, I completely devoured it in one sitting. In this newest mystery we will discover, a stolen phone and an unruly dog; a buried lunchbox and an antique children’s book. It’s up to Lori and Max must dig through layers of lies to solve not one but two mysteries as they seek to right wrongs and return stolen items to their rightful owners. Another compelling and thoughtful tale that is bound to delight mystery lovers.’ Jo Clarke, @bookloverjo 

‘Full of warmth and humour, this is the second tale in the engaging Lori and Max series, which features a cast of colourful characters, such as Lori’s eccentric nan, who wears crazy hats and scours car boot sales in search of priceless antiquities. Although the book explores some challenging personal circumstances, such as bereavement, depression and neglect, the tone is light-hearted and uplifting.’ BookTrust