Questions About Maisie Dobbs (Maisie Dobbs, #1)

by Jacqueline Winspear (Goodreads Author)

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Would this be suitable for a 13 year old who is an excellent reader?

Groomer Sarah I feel that I would have loved this book at 13 years old. It is a very clean read. It opens up your mind to some of the horrors of war (both physical …moreI feel that I would have loved this book at 13 years old. It is a very clean read. It opens up your mind to some of the horrors of war (both physical and mental injuries and the aftermath of said injuries) without going into gory detail that would unsettle a young teen mind.
The main character is a good role model of hard work, kindness, compassion and determination in a young woman.(less)

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I don't understand when Maurice became a detective...

Orinoco Womble (tidy bag and all) Basically he became a detective when he studied forensic medicine.(He tells Maisie about learning what the dead can tell him). Part of the mystery app…moreBasically he became a detective when he studied forensic medicine.(He tells Maisie about learning what the dead can tell him). Part of the mystery apparently is, "Who is Maurice Blanche, really?" We are given teasers--he may be a big noise in the Foreign office or such as that, given his "continental services" and the letters on the wall. Is he English, or foreign? Where did he really spring from? He's the mystery man that makes Maisie what she is.(less)

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What happened at the end of the novel? Did Simon die?

Mary A That is a question which occurs to the reader over and over. You will find out in the last couple of pages.

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Could anyone tell me whether this book is suitable for 12-year-olds?

Patricia I think so. Of course, not all 12-year-olds are similar, but, generally speaking, there is nothing in this book that would hurt them. Yes, it talks ab…moreI think so. Of course, not all 12-year-olds are similar, but, generally speaking, there is nothing in this book that would hurt them. Yes, it talks about the physical horrors of the Great War, but that is just a reality of life. There is no offensive language and no sex in this book. On the contrary, it displays a healthy romantic interest within the life of Maisie Dobbs. It certainly is better than other things that I 12-year-old could read.(less)

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Are there two books called "Maisie Dobbs" in the series?