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Mysteries at Sea: Peril on the Atlantic
Adventure, Must-Haves for Year 5, MysteryA twisty and heart-pounding mystery at sea, from award-winning A.M. Howell. “An exquisitely plotted nautical adventure, packed with mystery and derring-do.” Judith Eagle, author of The Accidental StowawayJuly, 1936.
As the Queen Mary sets sail across the Atlantic, Alice can’t wait for the summer of adventure that lies ahead. She’s excited to explore the huge ship, with its shops, animals and even celebrities on board. But while Alice’s sailor father focuses on winning a prestigious race, she witnesses a shocking attack.
Alice and her new friend Sonny start to uncover a dark sabotage plot, and as they investigate gold bars, anonymous notes and lost silk gloves, secrets in their own lives come to the surface. When fog threatens the boat’s journey, and dangerous enemies show themselves, Alice and Sonny are in their own race to solve all the mysteries unfolding. But what they discover might change both their lives forever…
Praise for A.M. Howell:WINNER OF THE MAL PEET CHILDREN’S AWARDWINNER OF THE EAST ANGLIAN BOOK OF THE YEARA SUNDAY TIMES CHILDREN’S BOOK OF THE WEEK”Howell is a hypnotically readable writer, who keeps the pulse racing, while allowing every character slowly to unravel.” The Telegraph”Gripping plot as well as authentic historical detail.” The Daily Mail”Fans of Emma Carroll will adore this historical tale of derring-do and righted wrongs.” The Times”Atmospheric, full of period detail, and most importantly, thrilling.” Th
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Nika –
Any fan of Adventure on Trains will be excited to get their hands on this book, which is the first in a new series of adventures, this time set on ships! For the first time, Alice joins her father on board of the cruise ship he works on as staff captain. The Queen Mary is on its way to cross the Atlantic in record time and winning the prestigious Blue Riband. Alice is meant to stay in her cabin for the duration of the crossing, but she can’t possibly do that, so she heads off exploring – and immediately stumbles upon a crime scene! She joins forces with two other passengers, Sonny and Miriam, and porter Charlie and together they discover that in addition to the first crime (viewed as an accident by the people in charge) someone is also trying to sabotage Queen Mary’s record breaking journey. At the beginning this book seems like a very straightforward detective mystery, but ends up being so much more, with Alice discovering parts of her family history which might just change her life completely. A great read for any young detective story enthusiast, and all boat lovers. Definitely give it a go, you won’t be disappointed!