The Mystery of the Stuttering Parrot
Book 2 in the series:Alfred Hitchcock and The Three Investigators
Who Would Like This Book:
This is a classic, fast-paced mystery that brings together clever clues, talking parrots, and a fun trio of detectives - Jupiter, Pete, and Bob. The unique puzzle built around each parrot’s quirky phrase makes the adventure engaging and memorable. Young readers (especially middle schoolers), nostalgic adults, and anyone who loves a good old-fashioned whodunit will find plenty to enjoy. The book’s warmth, witty friendship, and clever plot twists make it a great pick for families to read together.
Who May Not Like This Book:
If you’re looking for gritty realism or adult-level suspense, this might feel a bit tame and dated. The 1960s setting and sometimes unlikely scenarios (hello, detective agency with Alfred Hitchcock’s support and a Rolls Royce!) might not click for those who want more modern or believable stories. Some grown-up readers may also find the writing style and characterizations simple compared to contemporary YA mysteries.
About:
'The Mystery of the Stuttering Parrot' in the series 'Alfred Hitchcock and The Three Investigators' by Robert Arthur follows the adventures of three teenage boys - Jupiter Jones, Pete Crenshaw, and Bob Andrews, who run a detective agency. In this particular mystery, the trio is hired by Alfred Hitchcock to solve the case of stolen parrots, with one parrot named Billy Shakespeare being the focus due to its unique ability to quote Shakespeare with a stutter. The boys suspect a hidden treasure connected to the parrots and work together to crack the case, showcasing their individual talents while navigating through a series of clues and adventures.
The writing style of the book is engaging and enjoyable for readers of all ages. It combines elements of mystery, adventure, and clever storytelling to keep readers intrigued and entertained throughout the book. The plot is well-crafted, with a mix of suspense, humor, and surprises that make it a compelling read for fans of detective stories and young adult fiction.
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From The Publisher:
Hot on the trail of seven talking parrots that have seemingly vanished into thin air, the Three Investigators are in more trouble than ever. Danger lurks at every turn as they search for the birds, each of whom can quote part of a coded message from a mysterious dead man.
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1 comment(s)
I read a few of these when I was younger and always rather enjoyed them. It's always different reading such stories when you're older but I still really enjoyed the first two in the series.
Jupiter Jones, Pete Crenshaw and Bob Andrews are three boys who have decided to start a detective agency, aptly named The Three Investigators. They use 3 question marks as their symbol and are willing to solve any mystery, riddle or puzzle. Jupiter is the brains of the operation, Pete the muscle and Bob the researcher. The boys have their own secret Headquarters - (a portable office that's been hidden under many piles of junk) that has secret entrances and a phone, use chalk (each boy a different colour) to leave directions, clues and messages to each other - and even a driver (Worthington) with Rolls Royce - courtesy of a competition Jupiter wins to have a chauffeur for 30 days. I'm not sure how long they actually have the car for - I don't think I ever read any without it but I haven't read all of them, so who knows.
The Mystery of the Stuttering Parrot has the boys going on a treasure hunt. Reminiscent of Treasure Island, "John Silver" has trained seven parrots to speak the clues that lead to his buried treasure. The boys are busy hunting down missing parrots, dodging 'the fat man' who keeps threatening them and creating havoc with Ghost to Ghost hookups (which is actually really cool - although might be better known as a phone tree. I enjoyed how this worked to help them solve the case). The mystery is interesting and I still really enjoy the characters. The adult figures aren't particularly fleshed out but then again - they so rarely are.
I'll definitely be reading (and rereading for some) the rest of the series. 3.5 stars.
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