The Classified Catnapping
Mystery at the Biltmore #2
by Colleen Nelson
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Pub Date Apr 29 2025 | Archive Date Feb 27 2025
Publisher Spotlight | Pajama Press
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Description
The LaRue Detective Agency has gained a reputation at The Biltmore as the investigators to call, so it’s no surprise when they are asked to solve the catnapping case. What is a surprise: being asked to keep this investigation top secret! Will the LaRue detective agency have what it takes to solve this challenging case?
A murder mystery movie is being filmed in the courtyard of the Biltmore, starring a celebrity building resident, Bijou, the fluffy white cat famous for inheriting the entire fortune of a popular designer—including his Biltmore apartment. But when filming is paused for the day, Tiya, the daughter of Bijou’s nanny, reports that the famous feline was catnapped! The LaRue detective agency is hired...but there is just one catch, the investigation must remain top secret. How can Elodie question suspects when she can’t admit Bijou is missing? This investigation will require new tactics, a keen eye, and help from her friends!
Colored illustrations by award-winning artist, Peggy Collins, are scattered throughout the story, bringing additional humor to the cast of quirky characters.
From the award-winning author of The Umbrella House, Colleen Nelson brings another New York apartment building to life in Mystery at the Biltmore. Written with charm and wit, Mystery at The Biltmore is Only Murders in the Building meets Harriet the Spy.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781772783360 |
| PRICE | $18.95 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Lee M, Educator
I enjoyed this romp through the Biltmore with our ace detective and company. This is the perfect middle grade mystery for girls or boys, even with a female main character. Her male sidekick is throughout the story as well, providing a bit of comic relief at times. There is a prissy kitty heist going on, and the reader is taken along for the ride. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this free ebook in exchange for an honest review.
Lori E, Educator
Another super Biltmore mystery that is sure to grab the interest of the early years crowd! This time, Elodie, her stunt-neighbour, Oscar, and her adorable terrier Carnegie need to track down who catnapped the richest feline in New York City. There are secrets to be kept, clues to follow, and many dead ends, but Elodie is a detective that never gives up. Or does she? This is a tough case and Elodie has maybe finally met her match. Perfect for kids ages 7+, with beautiful illustrations accompanying the charming text. Highly recommend!
Educator 550974
NetGalley. ARC Educator 550974
A delightful tale of a missing celebrity cat, Bijou. Elodie, the owner of LaRue Detective agency is hired to solve the crime. We are introduced to the inhabitants and visitors of the Biltmore. A swanky and historic building located in New York.
The graphics are excellent and go well with the storyline. This could be a lovely bedtime story or a read alone by ages eight and up.
Aimee H, Reviewer
I read this one with my 7 and 9 year old daughters. We loved this fun mystery, and the illustrations were perfect for kids with the story. We loved Elodie and Oscar. And my cat obsessed daughter loved the catnapping theme. This book was perfect for their ages and they each took turns reading it aloud. My daughter asked me to get her the other book from the series so she could read it as well.
Reviewer 1126830
The Classified Catnapping by Colleen Nelson
When Bijou goes missing, it’s up to The LaRue Detective Agency to find Bijou. Will Elodie be able to find out who took Bijou?!
I love Elodie’s relationship with Oscar. You can tell they really care for each other and are very supportive of each other. Elodie is such a sweet character!
It’s been a long time since I’ve read a children’s book but I absolutely loved this one. I also love anything that has to do with animals! I grew up watching Harriet the spy! This book definitely gave those vibes!
I absolutely loved the illustrations! I couldn’t get over how cute Bijou is!
Be sure to check out The Classified Catnapping on April 29th 2025!
Thank you so much NetGalley, Colleen, and Publisher Spotlight | Pajama Press Inc. for the E-ARC!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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