1 / 4The Detective Dog 10th Anniversary Edition by Julia Donaldson
The Detective Dog 10th Anniversary Edition is a rhyming picture book by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Sara Ogilvie. Nell helps Peter and his classmates investigate the disappearance of their classroom books, in an edition described as including a gold-foiled cover, an author letter and a preview of the illustrator’s sketchbook.
At a glance
- A rhyming mystery centred on Nell, Peter and missing classroom books.
- The listing describes a gold-foiled anniversary cover, a letter from the author and a sketchbook preview.
- Written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Sara Ogilvie.
Reference price: £7.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines a simple mystery with a rhyming read-aloud format.
- The anniversary edition’s stated author letter and sketchbook preview may appeal to fans of the creators.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Macmillan Children's Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 1 Jan. 2026 |
| Edition | Main Market |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Reading age | 3 - 7 years |
| ISBN-10 | 1035084686 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1035084685 |
| Dimensions | 25 x 0.5 x 28.3 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 200 g |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes this as a tenth anniversary edition and gives a publication date of 1 Jan. 2026. Check the selected edition if timing or the anniversary extras matter to your purchase.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as a classic and praises its story and rhyming text. That response suits the listing’s read-aloud picture-book format, though it does not establish how every child will respond.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the story and rhyming text.
Frequently asked questions
What is the story about?
Nell the detective dog helps Peter and his class work out who took the books from their classroom.
What extras does this edition list?
The listing describes a gold-foiled cover, a letter from the author and a preview inside the illustrator’s sketchbook.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 32 pages.
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