The Secret Bookstore Sleuth Society (Deluxe Edition)
Deluxe Edition: The Secret Bookstore Sleuth Society is a children’s murder mystery about four friends investigating a death during an ice storm. It opens a planned series with a bookstore-inn setting, a close group of suspects and help from an armchair-detective grandmother.
At a glance
- A series starter centred on four best friends forming a mystery-solving club.
- The murder investigation unfolds in a book-themed inn during an ice storm, with the suspects gathered under one roof.
- Merrick’s grandmother, described as an armchair detective, may hold a key to the case.
Reference price: $26.99
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The contained inn setting brings the suspects together and gives the investigation a clear, focused premise.
- The group of friends and family involvement add a collaborative angle to the mystery.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Sourcebooks |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Sept. 15 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 288 pages |
| Reading age | 9 - 12 years |
| Grade level | 3 - 7 |
| ISBN-10 | 1464241260 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1464241260 |
| Dimensions | 14.61 x 2.46 x 21.59 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 386 g |
What to know before buying
- The listing positions the book for ages 9–12 and grades 3–7. Its murder-mystery premise may suit readers comfortable with fictional death and suspense.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Young readers in the listed 9–12 age range who enjoy mysteries and detective stories.
- Readers interested in friendship, a close-knit team and a storm-bound setting.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a light story without a murder investigation or suspense.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate customer ratings lean strongly positive, with most ratings in the five-star category and some three-star ratings. That suggests a favourable overall reception but does not explain what readers liked or disliked. The supplied information contains no written customer feedback, so it cannot establish specific strengths or concerns about the story.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Secret Bookstore Sleuth Society about?
Four best friends become amateur detectives after someone dies at a book-themed inn during an ice storm. They investigate while the suspects are gathered under one roof.
Who is this book listed for?
The product details list a reading age of 9–12 years and grade level 3–7.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 288 pages.
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