In this Ivy Hotel mystery, sisters Meredith and Macyare ready to investigate a case that connects missing items, secretpassageways, sparkling jewels... and a cold case murder. Frombestselling Irish author Emily Hourican and illustrated by PaolaEscobar - perfect for fans of Robin Stevens, Enid Blyton and ABox Full of Murders.There's a thief at the Ivy Hotel. Macy has been noticing missingitems for weeks, though Meredith doesn't think much of it. A pairof pyjamas, a book, food from the kitchens - nothing big or showy,but many and often... Until one day, a strongbox belongingto generous new guest Mr Kingram - containing expensive cufflinksand a diamond tie pin - vanishes from a locked drawer. Somethingis clearly amiss after all...Soon Meredith, Macy and their friend Colin are unravelling themystery, which leads them down long-hidden secret passageways intothe belly of the hotel - and into stories of the past. Who isthe 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 castof characters and a dash of danger, perfect for mystery fans age9-12, and fans of The Swifts and Robin Stevens.Alternating perspectives from two brilliant sisters - responsibleand emotional Meredith and fierce, logical Macy.Full of suspense, sleuthing and twisting discoveries as thekids 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, anda cast of characters you can't help but adore.' Hana Tooke, authorof 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, thatkept 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, suspectsand curious children leading the way.' @erinllynhamilton'A hugely engaging, twist middle grade mystery... this one reallystands out for its complex characters, distracting red herringsand very real danger.' @kate_g_heap'A wonderful title that will be enjoyed by middle grade readers whoare fans of Robin Steven's Murder Most Unladylike series or FleurHitchcock'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 neverknow what happens next.' Violet, aged 10