Frank Rodgers is one of Scotland's

best-loved author/illustrators. He has written and illustrated

over sixty books for publishers such as Penguin, Scholastic, Hodder and

Collins - from picture books and story books to non-fiction and novels. Mr Croc first appeared in A&C Black's Rockets series. His first outing in Chameleons was in Mr Croc Rocks!

When Mr Croc reads a detective story, he decides to be the next Sherlock Holmes! He is desperate to play the part

of the great detective in the local play, but no one seems to recognise

his talent. Then Mr Croc discovers that there is a real-life mystery to

solve - a jewel thief is targeting the theatre. Mr Croc steps up and

offers to solve the crime, but is he up to it?

Book band: White

Ideal for ages: 5+

A welcome addition to the library

Excellent series

'Readers will enjoy the illustrations and like the hero.'

Mr Croc wants to be a famous detective, but no one wants him to help

them. Then there is a robbery at the local theatre. Without the queen's

tiara, the show can't go on! Can Mr Croc solve the mystery and save the

day?