The Case of the Missing Flower (Ivy and Bearlock Holmes Book 1): 15 Puzzles for Sleuths to Solve - Hardcover

by Kristyna Litten (Author), Kristyna Litten (Illustrator)

In this first volume of the popular full-color chapter book series, meet Ivy and her grandpa Bearlock Holmes--two super-sleuths with a knack for solving the trickiest cases.

When a prize-winning flower mysteriously disappears from Bearona's famous botanical gardens, Ivy and Bearlock are called in to investigate.

As clues begin to emerge, readers are invited to join the detectives in unraveling the mystery through 15 interactive puzzles woven into the story. From spotting patterns and following trails to testing theories, each challenge helps move the case forward while keeping young readers fully engaged.

Packed with charming illustrations and a warm cast of characters, The Case of the Missing Flower blends cozy mystery with science and nature in an accessible, full-color chapter-book format.

Perfect for curious early readers who love puzzles, problem-solving, and playing detective, this delightful first adventure launches the Ivy and Bearlock Holmes series.

Ivy and Bearlock Holmes Series:
Ivy and Bearlock Holmes: The Case of the Missing Flower
Ivy and Bearlock Holmes: The Mystery of the Dinosaur Fossil
Ivy and Bearlock Holmes: The Secret of the Wild Weather

Praise for Ivy and Bearlock: The Case of the Missing Flower:
"Inventive and informative"--Publishers Weekly Good Housekeeping 2025 Kids' Book Award Winner

Author Biography

Kristyna Litten is a British author and illustrator of children's books, known for her warm storytelling and distinctive, character-driven illustrations. She studied illustration at Edinburgh College of Art and now lives in a village in Yorkshire. Kristyna has written and illustrated numerous books for young readers, including Chickens Can't See in the Dark, Blue & Bertie, Ori's Stars, and Around the World in 80 Dogs. She is the creator of the Ivy and Bearlock Holmes series, which blends cozy mystery with science, nature, and interactive puzzles for early readers.