Title: Mysteries at Sea – Peril on the Atlantic

Written by: A M Howell

Illustrated by: Marco Guadalupi

Published by: Usborne

Another gripping mystery adventure and the first of a new historical series for middle grade. Mysteries at Sea – Peril on the Atlantic is set in 1936 and our main protagonist, Alice is aboard the Queen Mary. Her father is the Staff Captain and is determined the Queen Mary should win the Blue Riband race for the fastest Atlantic crossing.

Alice witnesses an attack on one of the crew but the adults are too busy to listen, which prompts Alice and her friend Sonny to investigate, revealing a sinister plot which will put the Queen Mary in danger. They both need all their courage and investigation skills to solve the mystery of who is responsible for the sabotage that will prevent them winning the competition.  

Full of twists and turns, anonymous letters and secrets to uncover we eagerly follow Alice as meets long-lost relatives to learn about her past. The plot reminded me of an Agatha Christie, Miss Marple mystery but for younger readers. A M Howell has ensured there is an exciting event or mysterious occurrence at every turn of the page. I particularly found the plan of the Queen Mary a useful addition to the novel.

With excellent world building, Peril on the Atlantic is most definitely a thrilling middle-grade adventure with relatable characters, which young mystery sleuths will love.

I have previously showcased an extract from Peril on the Atlantic on my blog as part of A. M/ Howell’s blog tour. To take a look see: Blog Tour – Peril on the Atlantic by A. M. Howell

You can buy copies of Mysteries at Sea – Peril on the Atlanticby A M Howell from your local bookshop, or online at uk.bookshop.org which supports local, independent bookshops.

I would like to thank Bee from Kaleidoscopic Tours for organising a review copy of the book for me. Thank you.