The Vanishing Stair (Truly Devious, 2)
von Maureen Johnson
New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestseller!In New York Times bestselling author Maureen Johnson’s second novel in the Truly Devious series, there are more twists and turns than Stevie Bell can imagine. No answer is given freely, and someone will pay for the truth with their life.The Truly Devious case—an unsolved kidnapping and triple murder that rocked Ellingham Academy in 1936—has consumed Stevie for years. It’s the very reason she came to the academy. But then her classmate was murdered, and her parents quickly pull her out of school. For her safety, they say. She must move past this obsession with crime.Stevie’s willing to do anything to get back to Ellingham, be back with her friends, and solve the Truly Devious case. Even if it means making a deal with the despicable Senator Edward King. And when Stevie finally returns, she also returns to David: the guy she kissed, and the guy who lied about his identity—Edward King’s son.But larger issues are at play. Where did the murderer hide? What’s the meaning of the riddle Albert Ellingham left behind? And what, exactly, is at stake in the Truly Devious affair? The Ellingham case isn’t just a piece of history—it’s a live wire into the present.* Junior Library Guild Selection * Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best Books of 2019 * Hypable's Best Books of 2019 *Praise for Book One:“The Agatha Christie-like ecosystem pairs with lacerating contemporary wit, and alternating past and present scenes makes for a multilayered, modern detective story.” —New York Times Book Review“Remember the first time reading Harry Potter and knowing it was special? There’s that same sense of magic in the introduction of teen Sherlock-in-training Stevie Bell.” —USA Today (four stars)“Be still, my Agatha-Christie-loving beating heart.” —Bustle
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The Vanishing Stair (Truly Devious, 2)
von Maureen Johnson
New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestseller!In New York Times bestselling author Maureen Johnson’s second novel in the Truly Devious series, there are more twists and turns than Stevie Bell can imagine. No answer is given freely, and someone will pay for the truth with their life.The Truly Devious case—an unsolved kidnapping and triple murder that rocked Ellingham Academy in 1936—has consumed Stevie for years. It’s the very reason she came to the academy. But then her classmate was murdered, and her parents quickly pull her out of school. For her safety, they say. She must move past this obsession with crime.Stevie’s willing to do anything to get back to Ellingham, be back with her friends, and solve the Truly Devious case. Even if it means making a deal with the despicable Senator Edward King. And when Stevie finally returns, she also returns to David: the guy she kissed, and the guy who lied about his identity—Edward King’s son.But larger issues are at play. Where did the murderer hide? What’s the meaning of the riddle Albert Ellingham left behind? And what, exactly, is at stake in the Truly Devious affair? The Ellingham case isn’t just a piece of history—it’s a live wire into the present.* Junior Library Guild Selection * Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best Books of 2019 * Hypable's Best Books of 2019 *Praise for Book One:“The Agatha Christie-like ecosystem pairs with lacerating contemporary wit, and alternating past and present scenes makes for a multilayered, modern detective story.” —New York Times Book Review“Remember the first time reading Harry Potter and knowing it was special? There’s that same sense of magic in the introduction of teen Sherlock-in-training Stevie Bell.” —USA Today (four stars)“Be still, my Agatha-Christie-loving beating heart.” —Bustle
Aktuelle Rezensionen(5)
Rezension von AliciaGreat second part! The story is constructed very cleverly and Stevie is a very likeable protagonist. Also this book has a lot of diverse characters wich is so refreshing to read.
Rezension von LeleThis book had me thinking and waiting for so long, only to not get an answer at the end of it. That means I have to start the third book hoping to get my answers there.....I LOVED THAT BOOK
Rezension von OanaIch kann gerade nicht wirklich Worte zusammenfassen um euch zu sagen, wie toll dieses Buch ist. Diese Wendungen und plötzlich ist alles anders und wow. Definitv ein Highlight für mich! I love it!
Rezension von Fredi Direkt nach dem ersten gelesen. Musste auch irgendwie so sein weil ich sonst glaube alle Details wieder vergessen hätte… Aber auf jedenfall hat sich der zweite igw viel flüssiger als der erste lesen lassen, weil in dem die Handlung erst mal ins rollen kommen musst, jz gehts aber gleich spannend weiter. Das Setting is auch wieder so geil, die Dialoge versteh ich allerdings immer noch nicht. Vorwarnung; die reden zwar alle viel mit einander aber wirkliche Tatsachen werden nicht ausgesprochen. Mich regt sowas halt immer Todes auf, weil redet doch bitte normal miteinander und nicht als wärt ihr alle komplett mysteriös und gar keine richtigen TEENAGER. Aber naja egal trotzdem super Buch. Einf Spannend!!! Der Schreibstil is zwar bissle schwierig, vor allem wenn man das auf englisch liest. Aber Mann gewöhnt sich dran
Rezension von annie3,5 ⭐️ It took me such a long time to get through this book. At the beginning I was so hyped because I really loved truly devious and its ending left me shook. But unfortunately I had a hard time to get into this book. The first 100 pages felt like an eternity and a lot of the events of the first book were repeated several times which was annoying. Even more characters and perspectives were introduced and it became quite confusing. All though I still like Steve as a protagonist, I couldn’t understand her actions and thoughts. The ending however was amazing! On the last 50 or so pages the plot picked up and there was one plot twist after the other! The last pages left me shook and now I am motivated to get into “The Hand on the Wall” and finally get all the answers I need!