What's A Serious Detective Like Me Doing In Such A Silly Movie?

In this Stevie Diamond Mystery, when the 13-year-old detective is given the opportunity to be an extra in a local film, she jumps at the chance. On set, Stevie and her detecting partner, Jesse, discover that a rash of accidents has the cast and crew believing the production is cursed. Now Stevie and Jesse have found themselves right in the middle of a mystery filled with lights, cameras -- and lots of action!

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When Stevie Diamond is given the opportunity to be an extra in a local film, she jumps at the chance. On set, Stevie and her detecting partner, Jesse, discover that a rash of accidents has the cast and crew believing the production is cursed. Now Stevie and Jesse have found themselves right in the middle of a mystery filled with lights, cameras -- and lots of action!

Editorial Reviews

When you read this book, watch out for the neems! As a pack of creatures from a horror movie, they are extremely unusual. The plot centers on Stevie Diamond, successful 13-year-old girl detective, and how she can discover who is sabotaging the completion of movie thriller, Night of the Neems. When Stevie and her friend Jesse secure parts as extras in the thriller, they are thrust into the middle of a mystery that only they can solve. Throughout the course of the adventure, Stevie's wild grandma, who is supposed to chaperoning both actors, hinders them. In addition, mysterious accidents on the set like a slip causing a broken leg, a shattering mirror that injures the lead actor, and food poisoning for cast members appear to be suspicious. When Stevie and Jesse find themselves in danger, the plot picks up its pace. The author exhibits the skills to offer an action packed, engaging, and brisk book that will keep readers turning pages right up until the final outcome. This is the seventh book from the "Stevie Diamond Mystery" series. 2003, Kids Can Press,

About The Author:

Linda Bailey is an award-winning author of many books for children, including Goodnight Sweet Pig, Stanley?s Party, the Stevie Diamond Mysteries, and the Good Times Travel Agency series. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia.