Giles Barnes is new in the neighbourhood, but it isn't long before he's befriended by Tina and Kevin Quark, the local geniuses, who investigate strange occurences of all description. Whether it's ghost birds, invisible magicians, or renegade robots, Barnes and the Brains are on the case...
"These elementary-level chapter books are perfect for the beginning independent reader. Interest-grabbing action begins with the first page, and the mystery and suspense of the problems to be solved carry the reader through to the end. The amusing characters, with their distinctive personalities, are drawn simply but fully and the author makes use of a rich and varied vocabulary. All of these elements unite to create a very appealing new series. Highly recommended." --Deborah Dowson, CBRA 2000
