A Guest Called Murder

A Guest Called Murder Synopsis

In this Ivy Hotel mystery, sisters Meredith and Macy are ready to investigate a case that connects missing items, secret passageways, sparkling jewels... and a cold case murder. From bestselling Irish author Emily Hourican and illustrated by Paola Escobar - perfect for fans of Robin Stevens, Enid Blyton and A Box Full of Murders.

There's a thief at the Ivy Hotel. Macy has been noticing missing items for weeks, though Meredith doesn't think much of it. A pair of pyjamas, a book, food from the kitchens - nothing big or showy, but many and often... Until one day, a strongbox belonging to generous new guest Mr Kingram - containing expensive cufflinks and a diamond tie pin - vanishes from a locked drawer. Something is clearly amiss after all...

Soon Meredith, Macy and their friend Colin are unravelling the mystery, which leads them down long-hidden secret passageways into the belly of the hotel - and into stories of the past. Who is the thief at the Ivy Hotel? Who are the mysterious men sniffing around? And how does it all link to an unsolved murder decades before...?

• A welcoming and super-cosy hotel setting with a loveable cast of characters and a dash of danger, perfect for mystery fans age 9-12, and fans of The Swifts and Robin Stevens.
• Alternating perspectives from two brilliant sisters - responsible and emotional Meredith and fierce, logical Macy.
• Full of suspense, sleuthing and twisting discoveries as the kids take the lead in this adventure filled with treasures, secrets, traps and clues...
  PRAISE FOR MURDER AT THE IVY HOTEL 'A deliciously cosy and clever mystery with buckets of charm, and a cast of characters you can't help but adore.' Hana Tooke, author of The Unadoptables 'A beautifully plotted, perfectly old-fashioned, gorgeously written, heartwarming story - cosy, compelling, impossible to put down.' Sarah Moore Fitzgerald, author of The Apple Tart of Hope 'A cosy whodunnit, brimming with charm, intrigue and danger, that kept me utterly entranced throughout.' Book Craic 'Possibly one of my favourite children's 'who dunnit' type books!' @mr_hindle_primary 'Everything a mystery should be - filled with suspense, suspects and curious children leading the way.' @erinllynhamilton 'A hugely engaging, twist middle grade mystery... this one really stands out for its complex characters, distracting red herrings and very real danger.' @kate_g_heap 'A wonderful title that will be enjoyed by middle grade readers who are fans of Robin Steven's Murder Most Unladylike series or Fleur Hitchcock's stories.' @jacquisydney21 'Loved it.' Jo Bowers, Just Imagine Children's Book Reviews Editor 'The book is for anyone who loves mystery. I rate it as a definite, well-deserved 5 stars.' Andrea, aged 9 'I really enjoyed Murder At The Ivy Hotel because you never know what happens next.' Violet, aged 10