Mysteries at Sea: The Hollywood Kidnap Case

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Author: Howell, A.M. For National Curriculum Key Stage 2Published on 1 August 2024 by Usborne Publishing Ltd in the United Kingdom as part of 'the Mysteries at Sea' series.Paperbac k | 352 pages198 x 130 x 23 | 292g Alice and Sonny investigate the kidnapping of a Hollywood star, in this thrilling installment of the bestselling Mysteries at Sea series, from award-winning author A.M. Howell. Alice and Sonny's family yacht is in Egypt, ready to pick up famous actress Estelle Fortune, and take her to London to film her next blockbuster movie.But just before the boat leaves, Alice discovers that Estelle has vanished! In her room is a note, threatening that unless a large amount of money is paid in Malta in a few days' time, Estelle will be thrown overboard.As the Lady Rose sets sail, Alice, Sonny and their new friend Winnie must work out who is threatening Estelle, but can they save her, before time runs out?Praise for the Mysteries at Sea series:'Well paced and tightly plotted, with a tang of Agatha Christie.' The Times Children's Book of the Week'A thoroughly modern thriller.' Daily Telegraph'A true ocean delight packed with peril, adventure & secrets galore.' Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear'An exquisitely plotted nautical adventure, packed with mystery and derring-do.' Judith Eagle, author of The Accidental Stowaway'A high-octane nautical adventure, brimming over with secrets and sabotage.' Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns Wild''Will appeal to fans of the Adventures on Train series.' The Bookseller'Absolutely unputdownable.' Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller'Brilliant story which kept me gripped until the very end!' Ewa Jozefkowicz, author of The Dragon in the Bookshop Show more