The Elephant Detectives - by Ged Adamson (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Alan's elephant is missing! Edie the Elephant Detective is on the case. But they just might be missing some important clues . . . can you help them?"--Back cover.

Book Synopsis

A charming, funny adventure about losing an elephant and finding a friend.

Alan's elephant is missing!

Edie the Elephant Detectives is on the case.

But they just might be missing some important clues . . . can you help them?

Together, they examine donut shops, investigate dinosaur bones, and search the skies from a cable car, but they can't find him anywhere!

Will Alan EVER find his elephant? Will he make a new friend along the way?

Review Quotes

A somewhat peculiar small boy named Adam owns an elephant. His adventures with his elephant include going for a ride on his elephant, having caramel ice cream, and holding a balloon. But when the balloon blows away, after a failed attempt to retrieve it, Adam finds himself stuck in a tree. When he gets down, the elephant has vanished. Enter Edie, who presents herself as an elephant detective. They follow alleged clues to the library, the movies, an air tram, and a boat. Confession? Edie isn't an elephant detective, but happily, Adam's elephant was never really lost. Children will enjoy the adventures of the protagonists and be tickled by the presence of the elephant on every page, hidden from Edie and Adam. Adamson's illustrations depict a big city where anything is possible, and readers will find plenty to pore over on every read. VERDICT With descriptions to give readers a New York City feel, this book hits the absurd notes that delight children and make them feel like insiders on the jokes. This quirky mystery would make a great addition to any library collection.--Annmarie Braithwaite, School Library Journal

With descriptions to give readers a New York City feel, this book hits the absurd notes that delight children and make them feel like insiders on the jokes. This quirky mystery would make a great addition to any library collection.--Annmarie Braithwaite, School Library Journal

About the Author

Ged was born in Liverpool and as a child he was obsessed with drawing, listening to music and making up tunes.

In 2016, his story about a short-sighted dog, Douglas You Need Glasses! received rave reviews and became his breakthrough picture book.

Ged has since written and illustrated many books including Shark Dog! and A Fox Found a Box.

He lives in London with his partner Helen and their son Rex.