Murder, My Tweet: A Chet Gecko Mystery [Hardcover]

Bruce Hale (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2004 | Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: Chet Gecko

Right in the middle of a run-of-the-mill case, the powers that be finger Chet's fine-feathered partner, Natalie Attired, as a no-goodnik blackmailer and boot her out of Emerson Hicky quicker than you can say, "Boot her out of Emerson Hicky."

Chet, of course, tackles the case for free. Mess with his partner, mess with--well, somebody. (Natalie's the brains of the outfit.) But just when Chet thinks he might clear her name, Natalie disappears, leaving behind a reddish smear that looks kind of like cherry ladybug jam. . . . Is it murder, or something serious?

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-6–Chet Gecko is on a case again. This time he must clear the name of his mockingbird partner, Natalie Attired, who has been accused of blackmail by the school's tough vice-principal, Ms. Shrewer. The fourth-grade gecko pools all of his wits and wittiness to track down and capture the mastermind behind the scheme. As he has in previous titles, Hale saturates the story with wacky wordplay, corny jokes, and droll humor. This mystery is just right for young readers willing to suspend belief and enjoy a lighthearted ride. The author's black-and-white illustrations highlight the action.–Deanna Romriell, Salt Lake City Library, UT
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Review

"Mystery buff--and newcomers to the genre--will devour Hale's funny chapter books."--The Horn Book

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 136 pages
• Publisher: Harcourt Children's Books (October 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0152050124
• ISBN-13: 978-0152050122
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,624,057 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Edgar-nominated author Bruce Hale is passionate about inspiring reluctant readers to read. He has written or illustrated more than 25 seriously funny books for children, including the popular Chet Gecko Mysteries series and the comics-novel hybrid, Underwhere, as well as picture books like "Snoring Beauty" and "Moki and the Magic Surfboard."

An actor and Fulbright Scholar in Storytelling, Bruce is in demand as a speaker, having presented at conferences, universities, and schools across North America - from the Maui Writers Conference to the Surrey International Writers Conference in British Columbia. His acting resume includes regional commercials, theater, and an independent film, The Ride. Bruce's book, "The Malted Falcon," was an Edgar Award Finalist. "Murder, My Tweet" won the Little D Award for Humor Writing.

A little-known fact: Bruce loves jazz, and sings with an a cappella group called VocalPoint in Santa Barbara

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Tweet-heart" of a book!!, August 29, 2006

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This review is from: Murder, My Tweet: A Chet Gecko Mystery (Paperback)

My son is 9 years old and hates chapter books, he would much rather be reading non-fiction. When I found the Chet Gecko series at the store, I took a chance and bought the first book. At first my son refused to read it, but after reading the first two chapters aloud as a bedtime story, he was hooked. He has since read all of the Chet Gecko novels and loves each and every one. I have read most of them to my students, (I teach reading recovery in a middle school)and they have always been a huge hit. While he may not be reading Chaucer, I am very happy to see him reading chapter books and enjoying himself. My six year old daughter also loves having the books read to her. I would recommend the Chet Gecko to any child, boy or girl, as a great introduction to mystery novels, detective stories, and bad puns.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DON'T TRUST THIS BRIAN SMITH!!, June 13, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Murder, My Tweet: A Chet Gecko Mystery (Hardcover)

This is a great book! there is little violence. This brain Smith is just boycotting this book for no reason. I liked this book because it's humorous in a sophisticated (Please mind my spelling) way

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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the entire set is the best, December 13, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Murder, My Tweet: A Chet Gecko Mystery (Paperback)

This book rules!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Although I have only 4 or 5 books of Bruce Hale, he is my favorite author.