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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Darian Vester

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a great book for young readers getting into chapter books. I recommend for younger elementary students. The story is easy to follow along, has adventure and wonderful characters, you get a little pov of their dog. I know kids who have siblings will relate with the relationship between Dylan and his sister Emily. I feel the story introduces the right amount of characters for kids to try to guess who took the mail and the illustrations go really well with the chapters. The author also includes a link through TeachersPayTeachers for teachers or homeschoolers to check out some worksheets to go along with the book. There’s also a list of high frequency words in the end, I really like they included educational resources.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Tonya Merritt

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a wonderful story. I began reading this and was immediately channeling my inner kid. A great novel for children from 6 up to 10. I wish I would’ve found this a few years back when my son was younger because I believe he would’ve loved the story of Dylan the Detective. The story has a great captivating way of pulling you in with the words and illustrations.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray. This is such a good book for ages 7-10 and beginning to read chapter books. I love it so much and my 5 and 11 year old nephew both enjoyed it. The 5 year old especially loved the pictures. Its the story of Dylan who loves mysteries. He finally gets his long awaited package he’s been dying to receive, a detective kit. He and his sister Emily who doesn’t ever quit talking and his dog they set out to solve the first neighborhood crime, Mrs. Lane’s missing mail. He, Emily and his dog go around the neighborhood interviewing people to try to find it. Such a fun read and it would make such a great gift for the new reader in your life.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Katie Matthews

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a lovely read and a great way to introduce young readers to new and exciting genres. I liked that the book was also introducing chapters to children and would encourage them to read a chapter a night before bed maybe. The story was easy to follow with delightful characters that will definitely be great for children to begin those first connections with. This reminds me of the books that I enjoyed when I was younger. With the mystery surrounding the missing mail to will certainly get children thinking about the outcome of the story.
A wonderful read and one that young readers are sure to enjoy!

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a fun and entertaining story about a young sleuth all set on solving mysteries. This book is the perfect level of my daughter, who is just progressing onto chapter books and slightly more challenging reading. She was engaged with the book right from the start, which was made easier by the pictures scattered throughout.
Dylan was an enjoyable character and he was easy to connect with. It was fun to watch him try and figure out the mystery of the missing mail and I loved that I got to share this with my daughter. This is a book that we have come back to a few times already and I am sure we will read a few more.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Nicole Thompson

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“Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail” is an enchanting chapter book adventure by MJ Murray and is an absolute gem for young readers! This captivating story kicks off with a stroke of serendipity when Dylan’s mailbox delivers a detective kit right when his neighbor’s mail goes missing.

Dylan embarks on an exhilarating quest, unraveling the mystery behind the vanishing letters. He canvases the town, quizzing locals, and gradually piecing together the puzzle. With each step of his journey, Dylan crafts a brilliant scheme to recover the pilfered mail. The book maintains an airy and cheerful tone, featuring straightforward language and concise sentences that make it a delightful and engaging read for kids.

The vivid and vibrant illustrations enrich the story’s appeal, immersing young readers in the enchanting world of Detective Dylan. In the end, this book ingeniously blends mystery and humor, imparting valuable lessons of perseverance, teamwork, and the art of problem-solving. It’s an enchanting adventure that deserves a resounding five-star rating!

Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Tanya Wall, November 2023

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Who didn’t grow up wanting to be a top secret spy? When David gets his spy kit in the mail, he is pleasantly surprised to get a job right away. Even though he is irritated that his little sister has to tag along, he finds they make a great team. I enjoyed this short children’s book – I think this would be a great addition to a early-reader’s bookshelf. It is engaging, has action, and could be a start to a enjoying new series!

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series Book #1) by MJ Murray – Review by Angela Hayes

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book SeriesDetective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series by MJ Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail is the first book in A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series, and debut novel, by M.J. Murray.
Budding detective Dylan is on the case when his neighbour’s mail goes missing. With the help of his sister, Emily, and their dog Theodore, these sleuths are determined to solve their first case. What ensues makes for a fun read.
This is a children’s chapter book with an easy to read and understand plot that captures the imagination by engaging the reader with a fun story that contains some ‘learning’ opportunities along the way. There are some fun, black and white, illustrations sprinkled throughout that help inspire the imagination.
This is aimed at children who are just starting to read ‘chapter books’ on their own, or with help- and contains a few ‘harder’ words to challenge them as they read (Reading Tier 2). There are also lessons in problem solving, working together, perseverance, taking initiative, finding ‘clues’, family, friendship, and more.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, M.J. Murray!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Candice Estes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dylan is excited for his new Youth Sleuth kit to come in the mail so that he can become a detective like the Youth Sleuths on his favorite program. When his kit arrives, he and his sister Emily and their dog Theodore set out to help their neighbor figure out what has happened to her missing mail. Their neighbor usually has another neighbor pick up her mail, but doesn’t this time, and suddenly her mail has gone missing. As the kids set out to uncover clues and try to solve the mystery, they learn to ask questions, research and interpret clues together. This is a great book for young kids; rather it is read to them by a parent or as a newer independent reader.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail is an adventure story in the A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book series that will delight young ones. MJ has written a story that is fun and interesting.
We all love a good mystery but no one more than Dylan. So, when the mail goes missing Dylan is your man or should I say Detective Dylan is your man, err boy? I mean who are you going to call when a crime goes down in the neighbourhood?
As Dylan and his tribe of one little sister and a furry four-footed friend set out to find the truth the fun and mayhem begins.
MJ has given her readers a unique story and her wonderful narrative brings it to life.
This book is aimed at Tweens who I am sure would love to receive it as a gift with Christmas or birthdays coming up.
It is a fun tale that should not be missed.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Kelli Harper

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is super fun. The hunt is on for the neighbor’s mail. Can Dylan with his new Sleuth set find the clue to help find the missing mail? Short, easy to read chapters that are fun and engaging. Great illustrations and the clues help you find the answer to the “where”.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Shannon Fowler

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dylan is an 8-year-old boy on summer break. He has his heart set on being a detective. With his 5-year-old sister, Emily, their dog Theodore and a detective kit Dylan gets in the mail, Detective Dylan is looking for a mystery to solve. Luckily enough, his neighbor, Mrs. Lane, is missing her mail. The kids use their detective skills to solve the mystery while learning a few things about their neighbors and themselves.

This is a cute story with age-appropriate wording and simple illustrations to keep a young reader engaged.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Julie Johnson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Detective Dylan is super excited when his new detective kit comes in the mail. His sister is also excited but told to stay far away from his kit, as it cost him 8 weeks worth of allowance! When the neighbor lady can’t seem to locate her missing mail, including pictures of her grandkids, Dylan and his faithful sister assistant jump into action. They interview the neighbors, collect fingerprints, and keep notes in their notebook. When a set of symbols occur in the mud, they have a big clue and they are eventually able to solve the mystery of the missing mail.

This was a great book that includes some slightly bigger words that some kids may not know. There is a section at the end of the book that goes over these words. A great vocabulary builder for the eager reader! I’m looking forward to the next book to come out, expected in 2024!!

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Jennifer Crain

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this book, Detective Dylan is on the case of missing mail. The story starts with Dylan receiving a detective kit in his mailbox, in perfect timing for his neighbors mail is missing.

Dylan takes up the challenge and starts his investigation. He goes around the town asking questions and starts to pick up clues. As he proceeds with his investigation, Dylan devises an ingenious plan to retrieve the stolen mail. The tone of the book is light-hearted, and the author has used simple language and short sentences, making it an easy and enjoyable read for children. The illustrations are bright and colorful, adding to the charm of the book.

Overall, “Detective Dylan and The Case of The Missing Mail” by MJ Murray is a delightful children’s book that combines mystery and humor in clever ways. It teaches children the value of problem-solving, perseverance, and friendship.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dylan is hunting for the missing mail with the help of his sister and his dog. A cute chapter book that will be good for beginning readers. It will help them figure out mysteries. It’s an easy to solve mystery and it’s a fun story. My grandson gives it 5 stars also. He wants more.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray

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Dylan’s summer just got more exciting. Can he catch the mail thief before they strike again?

Join 8-year-old Dylan, his talkative little sister, and his adorable dog as they kick off a summer they’ll never forget. Armed with his new detective kit, Dylan is ready to solve any crimes in the neighborhood. All he needs is a case to get started. Luckily for Dylan, his neighbor has realized that her mail is missing! Can Dylan and his trusty sidekicks collect the clues and solve the mystery?

Parents: Detective Dylan books are packed full of reading-level appropriate text, interesting content, and fast moving plots to engage reluctant readers. Each story includes 20+ illustrations to keep readers engaged.

Educators: look inside for a QR code with ELA/Math resources or visit the author’s website at www.mjmurraybooks.com

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Genre – Kids
Page Count – 59
Cover Designer – Amanda Letcher

Dylan’s summer just got more exciting. Can he catch the mail thief before they strike again?

Join 8-year-old Dylan, his talkative little sister, and his adorable dog as they kick off a summer they’ll never forget. Armed with his new detective kit, Dylan is ready to solve any crimes in the neighborhood. All he needs is a case to get started. Luckily for Dylan, his neighbor has realized that her mail is missing! Can Dylan and his trusty sidekicks collect the clues and solve the mystery?

Parents: Detective Dylan books are packed full of reading-level appropriate text, interesting content, and fast moving plots to engage reluctant readers. Each story includes 20+ illustrations to keep readers engaged.

Educators: look inside for a QR code with ELA/Math resources or visit the author’s website at www.mjmurraybooks.com

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