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An 11 year-old chemist specializing in poisons, living in 1950 England is my new favorite detective. This book is funny, charming, and has the best philatelic mystery since Charade (the movie with Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn). I love the fact that is is told through the eyes of 11 year-old Flavia who doesn't get along with her sisters and has a seriously impressive vocabulary. Add to all of that, this is the author's first book--published at age 70! It is an adult book that is suitable for the young adult crowd. Or maybe it's a young adult book that is sophisticated enough for the adult crowd. Either way it is a great read. I'll be reading the rest of these.