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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1998
Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief
A young girl witnesses a crime and becomes the target of a relentless thief.
163 pages· 40,147 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
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Book Series · 18 Books
Sammy Keyes Books
In order from Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief to Sammy Keyes and the Kiss Goodbye.
The Sammy Keyes series is a set of 18 chapter books by Wendelin Van Draanen, published between 1998 and 2014. Written for ages 9–12, most books run about 300 pages.
About the series
What's Sammy Keyes About?
Eighteen mysteries follow sharp, stubborn seventh-grader Sammy Keyes as she investigates crimes while her friendships and family story grow across two school years.
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
In reading order
Sammy Keyes Series
18 books · Published 1998–2014
#1
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Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1998
A young girl witnesses a crime and becomes the target of a relentless thief.
#2
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Sammy Keyes and the Skeleton Man
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1998
A Halloween prank turns into a real scare, and school rumors threaten Sammy's reputation.
#3
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Sammy Keyes and the Sisters of Mercy
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1999
A missing cross, a stolen mitt, and a prime suspect. Can Sammy clear her name?
#4
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Sammy Keyes and the Runaway Elf
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1999
A Christmas parade turns chaotic when a prized dog is kidnapped. Can Sammy solve the mystery?
#5
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Sammy Keyes and the Curse of Moustache Mary
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2000
A century-old feud ignites when a cabin burns. Can Sammy solve the mystery?
#6
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Sammy Keyes and the Hollywood Mummy
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2001
A teen detective uncovers danger and deception in Hollywood. Is her mother a victim or a suspect?
#7
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Sammy Keyes and the Search for Snake Eyes
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2002
A softball player finds a baby in a bag, sparking a thrilling search.
#8
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Sammy Keyes and the Art of Deception
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2003
A young sleuth uncovers a hidden crime at an art show. Can she solve the mystery before it's too late?
#9
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Sammy Keyes and the Psycho Kitty Queen
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2004
A missing cat, dead felines, and a shocking secret ruin Sammy's birthday.
#10
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Sammy Keyes and the Dead Giveaway
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2005
Sammy's secret mistake frames her rival. Will she confess or let the truth unravel?
#11
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Sammy Keyes and the Wild Things
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2007
Campers face danger as poachers hunt endangered condors.
#12
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Sammy Keyes and the Cold Hard Cash
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2008
A dying man's cash leads Sammy into danger and dilemmas.
#13
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Sammy Keyes and the Wedding Crasher
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2010
Eighth-grader must solve death threat mystery or face dire consequences herself.
#14
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Sammy Keyes and the Night of Skulls
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2011
A trick-or-treat turns sinister as Sammy uncovers a chilling mystery.
#15
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Sammy Keyes and the Power of Justice Jack
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2012
A wannabe superhero and a real mystery collide. Can Sammy solve it?
#16
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Sammy Keyes and the Showdown in Sin City
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2013
A teen detective uncovers family secrets in a whirlwind Las Vegas adventure.
#17
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Sammy Keyes and the Killer Cruise
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2013
A cruise turns chaotic when a perfume heiress vanishes. Can a young detective solve the mystery?
#18
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Sammy Keyes and the Kiss Goodbye
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2014
A young detective is in a coma after a mysterious attack. Can her friends solve the case?
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Sammy Keyes series?
There are 18 books in the Sammy Keyes series. It began with Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief in 1998, and the newest book, Sammy Keyes and the Kiss Goodbye, was published in 2014.
What order should you read the Sammy Keyes books in?
Start with Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #18.
What ages are the Sammy Keyes books best for?
The series is best for ages 9–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
The people
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The people who bring Sammy Keyes to life.
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