Thursday, July 30, 2026

The Case of the Scarlet Snakebite by Christyne Morrell - ADVISABLE

The Case of the Scarlet Snakebite by Christyne Morrell, 257 pages. Delacorte Press (Random), 2026. $18

Content: G

BUYING ADVISORY: EL - ADVISABLE

APPEALS TO: SOME

12yo Amber's life was turned upside down when her father left and her mother decided to buy a bed and breakfast called the Cozy Koi.    Amber now shares a bedroom with her mother and has many jobs to do at the Cozy Koi.  She is a huge fan of Agatha Christie and loves solving mysteries.  When an ultra-rich family comes to stay, something very valuable is stolen.  Can Amber solve the mystery and possibly get her father to come back?

The Case of the Scarlet Snakebite is a great book for mystery fans.  The plot was interesting and the ending was unexpected.  I did feel that the dialogue was a bit cheesy at times and for that reason would not recommend this book for junior high students.  

Amber is presumably white.

Tracie, Elementary School Librarian


No comments: