Children’s book reviews: Enchanting Christmas tales filled with mystery and legend

In the first of her Children’s books Christmas round up, Pet O’Connell explores a murder mystery, the grace of a talented ‘Ice Dancer’, and delves deep into the Irish legends of folklore

Fleur Hitchcock’s latest un-put-down-able murder-mystery — 'Murder at Christmas' — has suspense, it’s got snow, and festive glow.

Murder at Christmas by Fleur Hitchcock (Nosy Crow, €11.60)

In a few short weeks, Grace must face school again, suffering a snoring, farting room-mate and breakfasts of congealed eggs served from aluminium trays.