Mrs. Murray's Hidden Treasure: A Piccadilly Street Series Book 2

Mrs. Murray's Hidden Treasure: A Piccadilly Street Series Book 2 by Emily-Jane Hills Orford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Description

There is a hidden treasure in the grand old mansion on Piccadilly Street, in a place called London, but not the real London of English fame. There’s also a lot of mystery and a murder that’s been unsolved for decades. But it’s the treasure that captures Mary’s interest. Mary lives in this house along with her family, her Brownie friends and a ghost. When the ghost reveals her secret about the hidden treasure, there’s no stopping Mary, her Brownie friends, or her enemies from searching for this treasure. Why the intrigue? Apparently there’s a little bit of magic connected to this treasure. And so the adventure begins. Who will find the treasure first?

Book Review

This was my first read by this author. I was not sure that I would be able to keep up with the story as it was the second one in the series. However, the author did a good job of providing enough of a recap that I don't feel I missed anything. I liked that the author took great care in pulling me in as a reader, even though, this is a "middle school" fantasy read. I wondered was this her house growing up that was used as the homestead in the story. She described it with such vivid detail that it almost felt like a character of its own. I also found Mary to be as likable as the villain. ( I know. I know, but I love a good villain).

I think pre-teens are going to enjoy the supernatural elements, coupled with the mystery and the battle between good and evil. I would absolutely recommend this read.

Note: I received this book in exchange for my honest review.

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