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A high-profile art theft grabs the attention of the famed Mr. and Mrs. LaRue, but this time they have a sidekick...Elodie herself! Can Elodie measure up in the high-profile world of art crime, or will she struggle to see the big picture?
Biltmore residents Mr. and Mrs. Farouk have spent millions renovating their apartment and now it’s finally ready for their feature in the New York Times Style Magazine. But when they discover the centerpiece of the apartment–their new $7 million Jackson Pollock painting–is a fake, what are they to do? With the Farouk’s desperate for the help of a LaRue, Elodie and Co. take on the case. Can the LaRue Detective Agency foil the forger in time for the magazine shoot? Or will Elodie’s self-doubt overshadow them all?
Full-color illustrations throughout by award-winning artist Peggy Collins bring additional humor to the cast of quirky characters and enhancing the reading experience for new independent readers.
From the award-winning author of The Umbrella House, Colleen Nelson brings another New York apartment building to life in Mystery at the Biltmore #4, The Farouk Forgery. Written with charm and wit, Mystery at The Biltmore series is Only Murders in the Building meets Harriet the Spy.
The Children’s Book Council “Hot off the Press” - July 2026 Selection
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“It’s perfect for young readers who enjoy mysteries, humor, and memorable characters.” – plottwistpending101 IG
“Nelson creates a fun story that all ages will enjoy.” –NetGalley Reviewer
“Elodie LaRue is exactly the kind of protagonist middle grade mystery readers root for — bold, resourceful, and just reckless enough to be fun.” –NetGalley Reviewer
“This is part of a series that I would love to read all of it.” –NetGalley Reviewer
“I honestly didn't know that I would find this children's mystery to be quite interesting and also endearing.” –NetGalley Reviewer
“In this fourth series entry, the mystery is slightly more intricate, and I feel like Elodie is becoming a true detective. Needless to say, I am waiting for the next entry in the series.” –NetGalley Reviewer
“I loved how the investigation unfolded gradually, allowing me to piece together clues alongside the characters.” –NetGalley Reviewer