The charm of this mystery lies in the high stakes of a secret identity swap between a princess and a maid. Readers join an exclusive club as the girls use teamwork to outsmart adults and solve a royal crime. Books in this family share clever child protagonists who bridge different social worlds to conduct undercover investigations.
Reach for this book when your child is beginning to navigate social hierarchies or expressing a desire to step into someone else's shoes. It is particularly helpful for children who value deep one-on-one friendships and are starting to appreciate the importance of teamwork and shared secrets. The story follows Millie, a princess, and Jess, a maid, who use their identical looks to swap places and solve a mystery involving a stolen painting at Peveril Palace. Beyond the fun of the 'royal switch,' the book explores themes of loyalty and the idea that everyone has an important role to play, regardless of their social standing. It is a gentle, supportive read for early elementary students that reinforces the value of seeing the world from another person's perspective while building reading stamina through its illustrated, short-chapter format.
