Murder among the Stars: A Lulu Kelly Mystery

This thrilling YA mystery follows aspiring actress Lulu Kelly as she attends a glamorous, yet deadly, house party at the iconic Hearst Castle. After a rival starlet is murdered, Lulu, already framed in a previous incident, takes it upon herself to unmask the killer. The book delves into themes of ambition, loyalty, and the deceptive nature of Hollywood, offering a fast-paced narrative filled with suspense and danger. Parents should be aware of prominent themes of murder and peril, as Lulu herself becomes a target. It is an engaging read for teens who enjoy historical settings, strong female protagonists, and intricate mysteries.

A murderer is picking off the young Hollywood starlets gathered at the swanky Hearst Castle, and Lulu Kelly might be next—unless she can find the killer first in this glitzy, glamorous, and cinematic sequel to acclaimed film producer/director Adam Shankman and coauthor Laura Sullivan’s Girl About Town. After being framed for attempted murder, Lulu Kelly has earned a rest. Unfortunately, there is no rest in Hollywood for a rising starlet. Lulu and her boyfriend Freddie are invited to posh Hearst Castle, where Lulu will be competing against other young actresses for the role of a lifetime. But what’s a house party without a little murder? When a rival actress is found dead under the dining room table, Lulu makes it her mission to solve the mystery. But illusion is this town’s number one export, and it’s hard to tell the ambitious from the truly evil. As the clues pile up, Lulu and Freddie race to find the killer, even as Lulu becomes the next target.