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The Mystery Of Hollow Inn: Samantha Wolf Mystery Series #1 (Samantha Wolf Mysteries)

The Mystery Of Hollow Inn: Samantha Wolf Mystery Series #1 (Samantha Wolf Mysteries)

Published in
2014
3.98
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Description

It's the series being compared to Nancy Drew and Trixie Beldon!-An old mansion and legend of hidden gold...Twelve-year-old best friends Samantha and Ally are thrilled to spend summer vacation at Hollow Inn, deep in the mountains of Montana. With trails, a lake, and even an old mine, adventure waits around every corner. But things are going poorly for the innkeepers, Sam's Aunt and Uncle. Ghostly sightings spook the guests and fuel old stories of hauntings and revenge. The girls are determined to solve the mystery and save the business, except it turns out they aren't the only ones on a quest. After finding a clue that makes them believe rumors of a lost treasure, they embark on a journey that will challenge both their wits and friendship. Will they solve a decades-old mystery, or become another whisper in the legend of Hollow Inn? Find out in this first, delightful story in the Samantha Wolf Mystery series today, and see why it's being compared to Nancy Drew and Trixie Beldon! Read the whole Samantha Wolf Mysteries series, now an Amazon bestseller! Book 1 The Mystery of Hollow InnBook 2 The Secret of Camp Whispering PinesBook 3 The Beach House MysteryBook 4 The Heiress of Covington RanchBook 5 The Haunting of Eagle Creek Middle SchoolBook 6 A Mysterious Christmas on Orcas IslandBook 7 The Case of the Curious CanineBook 8 The Legend of Shadow MountainBook 9 The Mystery of Old Gully TrailBook 10 Return to Hollow InnBook 11 The Secret of SanctuaryBook 12 The Mystery at Ocean Side "I bought this and read it to see if it would be a good book for my nieces. It now sits on the shelf right alongside the Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, and Encyclopedia Brown collections." - Reader of The Mystery of Hollow Inn "I grew up on the Trixie Beldon and Nancy Drew books. This author is in the same league, but the stories are set in a more modern era. Kids nowadays will enjoy the author's inclusion of smartphones, texting, and similar understandings of how 12-year-olds currently live." - Reader of The Mystery of Hollow Inn "This book was fun. I got it for my 9 yr old daughter and ended up reading it myself and now looking for the other books in the series." - Reader of The Mystery of Hollow Inn WINNER! 2016 - The Gertrude Warner Mystery Chanticleer Book Award!
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
165 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Engaging Mystery: 'The Mystery Of Hollow Inn' offers readers an engaging and suspenseful plot that keeps them guessing until the very end. The story is well-crafted with twists and turns that make it a page-turner for mystery enthusiasts.
  • Relatable Protagonist: The main character, Samantha Wolf, is a relatable and strong female protagonist that young readers can look up to. Her determination and bravery in solving the mystery provide positive role models for children and pre-teens.
  • Friendship and Teamwork: The book highlights the importance of friendship and teamwork as Samantha and her friends work together to uncover the secrets of Hollow Inn. This theme is valuable for teaching young readers about collaboration and trust in relationships.
  • Series Continuity: As the first book in the Samantha Wolf Mysteries series, 'The Mystery Of Hollow Inn' sets the stage for more adventures. Readers who enjoy this book can look forward to following Samantha and her friends on new mysteries, which encourages a sustained interest in reading.