The Pug who wanted to be a Detective

Author: Swift, Bella

For National Curriculum Key Stage 1

Published on 5 November 2026 by Hachette Children's Group (Orchard Books) in the United Kingdom as part of 'The Pug Who Wanted to...' series.

Paperback | 160 pages
196 x 129 x 17 | 144g

There's a mystery afoot, and there's only one pug who can solve it!Peggy the pug's family are having a game night, and they're trying out a new detective game. At first it's just for fun, but when things start to go missing from the back garden, Peggy has got a real life mystery on her paws! She'll have to look for clues and follow a few hunches to find the culprit. But with lots of suspects, will Peggy be able to sniff out the thief?This Peggy the pug story featuring adorable black and white illustrations throughout, will have you scratching your head as you try to solve the mystery. A great read for all dog lovers, and future detectives!