Murder and mayhem disrupt a family Christmas by the sea in this gripping festive thriller for 9+ readers!
George and his family are celebrating Christmas by the sea. But when a body washes up on the beach, George can’t stop thinking about the strange lights he saw on the cliff top… Neither can his cousin, Isla. Together, they follow the clues, and as they draw nearer to the truth, they step further into danger. On land, or at sea, someone is desperate to stop them, whatever it takes. And that someone may be closer to home than they realise…
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Advance Praise
Praise for Fleur Hitchcock's Previous Books
“It is much more Junior Line of Duty than Junior Miss Marple... a great fireside read to share aloud on cosy nights.” - Sunday Times
“Whodunnit? Fleur Hitchcock, whose crime novels for children have just the right level of intrigue and jeopardy for this age group.” - The Times, Children’s Book of the Week
“Ruby sets out on the trail of a killer... But the murderer will stop at nothing to silence her in this gripping wintry thriller.” - Daily Mirror and the Daily Express
“This atmospheric winter murder mystery has plenty of intrigue and page-turning tension” - BookTrust
“Perfect for snuggling up with on a cold winter night, this tale will keep you guessing.” - The Week Junior
