Name: The Last Chance Hotel
Rating: 3.166666666666667 (9 reviews)
ISBN: 9781338323726

Nicki Thornton

Readers looking for an enchanting read, a story of overcoming the odds, or a tale of suspense will love this traditional Agatha Christie, who-dun-it mystery, matched and raised by a hint of magic.

The Last Chance Hotel

Seth is the oppressed kitchen boy at the remote Last Chance Hotel, owned by the nasty Bunn family. His only friend is his black cat, Nightshade. But when a strange gathering of magicians arrives for dinner, kindly Dr Thallomius is poisoned by Seths special dessert. A locked-room murder investigation ensues and Seth is the main suspect. The funny thing is, hes innocent ... can he solve the mystery and clear his name, especially when magics afoot?

Renee Delcourt

Very cute and imagitive middle grade book. I am very much looking forward to continuing the series and reading more from Nicki Thorton in the future. The book really reminded me of Harry Potter and a bit of Disk World where your thrown into the thick of these situations without much context. I really enjoyed it.

Melea Mullican

I wanted much more from this book. It was okay and entertaining enough, but it just didn't keep my attention like middle grade usually does. I think it had too much going on with the magic, murder, culinary aspects and needed to focus on just one thing. Overall, I liked the writing style so I might continue with the series.

Lisa Beasley

This was enjoyable but didn't bring me the magical feeling I get when reading other middle grades. I liked the characters but never really loved Seth, he annoyed me a few times and I got a little frustrated. The plot was good, the idea solid but it just didn't pull me in as I was hoping. I am glad to have read it though.

The Last Chance Hotel

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