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Magic Cat Publishing

Ivy and Bearlock Holmes: The Case of the Missing Flower

£9.99

Beautifully Illustrated
Made To Treasure

A mystery that invites young detectives to crack the case alongside our heroes

When the rare Agave flower vanishes from Bearona's botanic gardens, super-sleuth Ivy and her beloved grandpa Bearlock Holmes spring into action. But this isn't just any ordinary mystery – with multiple suspects and a trail growing cold, they need all the help they can get from sharp-eyed readers ready to solve puzzles and gather clues.

This delightful first adventure in a brand-new series weaves 15 interactive puzzles directly into the story, making readers genuine partners in the investigation. From riddles and sequences to mazes and logic challenges, each puzzle brings young detectives closer to solving the case. Along the way, they'll discover fascinating facts about plants, pollination, the importance of bees, and how honey is made, blending mystery with real-world science and nature.

Created by award-winning author-illustrator Kristyna Litten, who studied at Edinburgh College of Art, this beautifully illustrated chapter book captures the special bond between Ivy and her grandpa through 80 pages of engaging storytelling. Set in the wonderfully imagined world of Bearona, it's designed to bridge the gap between picture books and longer stories, perfect for newly confident readers ready for their next literary adventure.

Suitable for children aged 5 years and up

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Further Information

What's Included: 80-page hardcover book featuring 15 interactive puzzles woven into the mystery storyline.

Publisher/Manufacturer: Magic Cat Publishing

About the Author-Illustrator: Kristyna Litten studied Illustration at Edinburgh College of Art and graduated in 2010. She lives in a beautiful village in Yorkshire and is known for her energetic, expressive artwork created with fast-paced line work and brought to life with digital colour and texture. Her books include "Chickens Can't See in the Dark," "Blue and Bertie," and "Ori's Stars." Kristyna's work has been highly commended for the Macmillan Prize and she has collaborated with clients including Gucci and Aardman.

About the Publisher: Magic Cat Publishing was founded by Rachel Williams and Jenny Broom and is now an imprint of Abrams Books. Winner of Independent Publisher of the Year 2025, Magic Cat specialises in creating beautiful children's books that gently weave important ideas about kindness, friendship, environmental awareness, and mindfulness into engaging stories. They focus on STEM-based illustrated books that help children understand and navigate our complex world.

Series Information: This is the first book in the Ivy and Bearlock Holmes series. The next adventure is set among the dramatic cliffs of Jurassic Ridge, featuring fossils, rivalries, and new characters to meet.

Product Specifications

ISBN: 9781917044929

Brand: Magic Cat Publishing

Age Range: 5 years and up

Dimensions: 22.8 x 15.2cm

Pages: 80 pages

Format: Hardcover

Key Features: 15 interactive puzzles, full-colour illustrations, first in a new series, blends mystery with nature facts

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Magic Cat Publishing

Founded by Rachel Williams and Jenny Broom, Magic Cat creates beautiful children's books that gently weave important ideas into engaging stories. Winner of Independent Publisher of the Year 2025, they focus on kindness, togetherness, friendship, inclusivity, and care for our planet through storytelling.

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