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

About the Author
A.M. Howell has always been inspired by the stories around her, and how imagination can unlock the secrets of the past. Her thrilling historical mysteries have garnered great critical acclaim, winning both the Mal Peet Children's Book Award, and the East Anglian Book of the Year Award, as well as being shortlisted for lots of other prizes. A.M. Howell lives in Suffolk with her husband and two sons.

Reviews
Well paced and tightly plotted, with a tang of Agatha Christie. * The Times Children's Book of the Week *
Sunny and satisfying. * The Times Children's Book of the Week *
Will appeal to fans of the Adventures on Train series. * The Bookseller *
A thoroughly modern thriller. * The Daily Telegraph *
A true ocean delight packed with peril, adventure & secrets galore. * Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear *
An exciting story with treachery, secrets and danger. * Books for Keeps *
An exquisitely plotted nautical adventure, packed with mystery and derring-do. * Judith Eagle, author of The Accidental Stowaway *
A thrilling, sea-salted adventure. * Lancashire Evening Post *
Unputdownable. * Zillah Bethell, author of The Song Walker *
A high-octane nautical adventure, brimming over with secrets and sabotage, and the most wonderful crew of characters you could hope for. * Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns Wild *



Book Information
ISBN 9781801316767
Author A.M. Howell
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint Usborne Publishing Ltd
Publisher Usborne Publishing Ltd
Weight(grams) 297g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 130mm * 22mm