The Invisible Chimes (Judy Bolton Mysteries) [Paperback]

Margaret Sutton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 31, 2008 | Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up | Series: Judy Bolton Mysteries (Book 3)

"Doctor, I can't remember. I can't recall-a-single-thing." The strange girl whom Judy calls 'Honey' appears to have no memory of her past. Honey's sweet disposition endears her to both the Bolton and the Dobbs families, but Judy begins to wonder if Honey is hiding something. Honey's behavior is strange, and she is evasive when questioned about her actions. Adding to Judy's suspicion is the fact that Honey was in the company of thieves when she had the accident that caused her memory loss. There is also the matter of the invisible chimes, which ring from an invisible source, and usually when Honey is around. The source of the invisible chimes is soon revealed, and Judy's faith in Honey is greatly shaken. In a bizarre twist, Honey learns a startling secret about her past that will change her life forever.

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About the Author

Margaret Sutton was born Rachel Irene Beebe in Odin, Pennsylvania in 1903. She was the daughter of Victor Beebe, a well-known historian, and Estella Andrews Beebe. Being a spirited nonconformist, she dropped out of high school, but in 1920, graduated from the Rochester Business Institute. After graduation, she worked for several years as a secretary and in printing. During that time, she met William Sutton at a church dance in New York City. After a courtship exchanging poems and playing chess, they were married in 1924, and she began writing stories for her husband's daughter, Dorothy. Her first Judy Bolton Mystery was published in 1932 under the pen name Margaret Sutton. Ms. Sutton wove many real events and places into the Judy Bolton stories through the 35-year history of the series. She also wrote numerous stories for children and young adults. She was also active in social causes, joining the historic March on Washington in 1964. In 1965, her husband of more than 40 years died. In 1975, after traveling extensively, she married a long-time family friend, Everett Hunting. They moved to Berkeley, California and made their home there until 1993 when they moved back to Pennsylvania. Mr. Hunting died shortly after they moved. In 2001, at the age of 98, Margaret Sutton died in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, not far from her native Potter County.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Paperback: 236 pages
• Publisher: Applewood Books (July 31, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1429090235
• ISBN-13: 978-1429090230
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #720,652 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for young girls. Strong (yet human) heroine., August 28, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: The Invisible Chimes (Hardcover)

Judy Bolton is a much better heroine than Nancy Drew--and it is very clear in this book. Judy Bolton has a temper (unlike Nancy Drew) that may get her into scrapes, she grows up (unlike Nancy Drew), and she has distinguishable friends. In this book, she meets a new friend and learns about trusting others. The Invisible Chimes is a good book to learn about antiques and relationships. Good mystery... Good book

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best mystery books!, December 31, 2011

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Invisible Chimes (Judy Bolton Mysteries) (Paperback)

This book took me a matter of 2 days to read.I was really engaged in the story Margaret Sutton described to me. I have no complaints for the book at all! Judy Bolton of course is working on a new case that unexpectedly popped up in an antique store while admiring a beautiful porcelain antique.Tons of action takes place at the beginning of the story when cars are stolen, but slowly fades to a sweet but secretive mystery. I know this sound confusing but trust me you will get the whole point when you read the story. I love how the author ties the 2nd book mystery " The haunted attic" with this mystery! WARNING: READ THE 2nd BOOK BEFORE THIS! It provides spoilers for The Haunted Attic! I love this Book! must read!

5.0 out of 5 stars Judy Finishes What She Started, February 26, 2009

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This review is from: The Invisible Chimes (Judy Bolton Mysteries) (Paperback)

"The Invisible Chimes", the third title in the Judy Bolton Mysteries, is a perfect example of what makes this series so rewarding, particularly for those who are reading them in sequential order. For although it can be thoroughly enjoyed as a "stand alone" adventure, "Invisible Chimes" is actually an intriguing and clever follow-up to the previous title in the series, "The Haunted Attic".

Here, while working on a new mystery involving a daring robbery and an injured young girl with a secret past, Judy slowly becomes aware that she (and by extension, we the readers!) overlooked an important clue that she uncovered during the course of her last investigation ... a clue that might have a direct bearing on her current case. How Judy fits together the final pieces of a puzzle that was larger than she (and we) first suspected makes for thrilling, "just-one-more-chapter-before-bed" reading.

As the mystery unfolds, Judy learns some more valuable lessons about herself and other people, confronting her own quick temper and tendency to pre-judge others, and experiencing a healthy dose of shame along the way. That's what makes Judy one of the most interesting characters in juvenile series history ... her imperfect humanity and her ability to grow as she experiences more of life. "The Invisible Chimes", like the rest of the series, is highly recommended.