Whiffy Newton

Whiffy Newton is a young detective and the title character of the Whiffy Newton mystery series by Rebecca Lim.

Whiffy Newton is the kid detective at the center of Rebecca Lim’s middle grade mystery series. He takes on cases with wonderfully over-the-top names, like “the Riddle of the Two-Tone Trousers” and “the Affair of the Fiendish Phantoms.”

The character is aimed at younger readers who enjoy lighthearted mysteries with plenty of humor. Whiffy is clever and curious, and his adventures have a playful, old-fashioned detective story feel that sets them apart from darker mystery fiction.

Reading Order

See the complete Whiffy Newton reading order for all books in the series.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Whiffy Newton?

Whiffy Newton is a young detective and the main character of a four-book middle grade mystery series by Rebecca Lim. He solves quirky, humorous cases with entertaining titles.

What is the first Whiffy Newton book?

The first book is Whiffy Newton in the Case of the Dastardly Deeds, published in 2006.

How many books feature Whiffy Newton?

Whiffy Newton appears in four books, all published in 2006, each featuring a different mystery for him to solve.

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