This popular series of readers has now been completely revised and updated, using a new syllabus and new word structure lists. Readability has been ensured by means of specially designed computer software. Words that are above level but essential to the story are explained within the text, illustrated, and then reused for maximum reinforcement.
Part 1 The Loss of the Diamond (1848) Told by Gabriel Betteredge, servant to Lady Verinder
Part 2 The Discovery of the Truth (1848-1849)
- The first story, told by Miss Drusilla Clack, niece of the late Sir John Verinder
- The second story, told by Mr Bruff, lawyer, of Gray's Inn Square
- The third story, told by Franklin Blake
- The fourth story, from the diary of Ezra Jennings
- The fifth story, continued by Mr Franklin Blake
- The sixth story, a letter from Sergeant Cuff