#Mystery

Below the Surface (A Code of Silence Novel)

Author: Tim Shoemaker Genre: Adventure

Something is wrong with Cooper. He’s plagued by a fear he doesn’t understand and can’t control. Cooper just wants to escape, and a summer vacation aboard the restored cabin cruiser, The Getaway , with best friends Gordy, Hiro, and Lunk seems like the perfect way to do it. Two weeks of fun—with no mysteries or life-and-death danger. That’s the plan. But their plans are shattered the very first night when they witness a murder. Or did they? Despite their intentions of leaving the investigation to the police, narrow misses and creepy encounters lure them in. Is there really a body floating in the underwater currents of the lake? The closer they get to the truth, the deeper into danger they get. Too late they see the trap. Now each of them must face their own buried fears . . . just below the surface. Read more

Hailey Haddie's Minute Mysteries Time Travel Egypt: 15 Short Stories For Young Sleuths

Author: Marina J. Bowman Genre: Mystery

You are invited to travel back in time to Egypt with famous detective Hailey Haddie to solve supernatural crimes. Use your detective skills to tackle hidden clues, tricky puzzles, wacky suspects, and relentless riddles. You can read each mystery in about a minute, and solve it in a few more. The pyramids are disappearing in Egypt! Why is it happening and who is responsible? Only YOU can figure it out. Take a peek inside Hailey Haddie’s case log of 15 ancient Egypt-themed mysteries and join the fun of investigating the crimes! Read more

Jack Through Time: A Middle-Grade Time-Travelling Storyline Adventure

Author: Peter B Dunfield Genre: Adventure

"Peter B Dunfield's JACK THROUGH TIME is a highly enjoyable romp that provides perfect escapism for fans of crime and mystery stories - whatever their age. The narrative is strewn with mini cliffhangers and quickly becomes a real page-turner. Fans of detective fiction and mysteries will find all the reassuring tropes of these genres." - IndieReader She's a time-travelling adventuress. But will she finally meet her match in this thrilling action-adventure set in Victorian England? Twelve-year-old Avie craves excitement. So as a storyline time traveller, she doesn't hesitate to jump into a tale about poverty-stricken Whitechapel, England, in 1888. But when she witnesses Jack the Ripper murdering an innocent, she's worried the police will lock her up instead. Determined to stop the killer and end his reign of terror, Avie searches high and low for a famed private investigator who might be her only hope. But when she finds the eccentric gentleman, she has to talk fast and convince him to not turn her over to the police. Can Avie halt the killings and make it home safe, or will she be the next victim? Jack Through Time is the third book in the middle-grade Storyline Adventure series. If you like stories with positive role models, evil villains, historically accurate details, and action-packed time travel, then you'll love Peter B. Dunfield's exciting new tale. Buy Jack Through Time today and leap into the dangerous pages of history! Read more

Partypooper (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book #20): A side-splitting birthday disaster from the #1 international bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series (Book 20) (Volume 20)

Author: Jeff Kinney Genre: Adventure

It’s Greg’s birthday—and you’re invited to the chaos. In Partypooper , the 20th book in Jeff Kinney’s global smash-hit Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Greg Heffley is planning the ultimate party—for himself. But when the guest list grows, the decorations flop, and the surprises backfire, this birthday bash turns into a total blowout—just not the kind Greg had in mind. Packed with cake disasters, family fiascos, and classic Wimpy Kid humor, this book is perfect for readers ages 8–12. Collect all the books in the #1 bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (#1) | Rodrick Rules (#2) | The Last Straw (#3) | Dog Days (#4) | The Ugly Truth (#5) | Cabin Fever (#6) | The Third Wheel (#7) | Hard Luck (#8) | The Long Haul (#9) | Old School (#10) | Double Down (#11) | The Getaway (#12) | The Meltdown (#13) | Wrecking Ball (#14) | The Deep End (#15) | Big Shot (#16) | Diper Överlöde (#17) | No Brainer (#18) | Hot Mess (#19) | Partypooper (#20) See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the #1 bestselling Awesome Friendly books, told from the perspective of Greg Heffley’s best friend Rowley Jefferson: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson’s Journal | Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Adventure | Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories Read more

Summer of the Woods (The Virginia Mysteries)

Author: Steven K. Smith Genre: Adventure

An Adventure-Filled Mystery for Young Explorers! Do you remember the thrill of your first mystery—the excitement of uncovering clues and searching for hidden treasures? Summer of the Woods will send young readers onto an unforgettable adventure and the start of their new favorite book series. When young brothers Derek and Sam move to Virginia, they stumble upon a 60-year-old mystery: a coin collection stolen from the local museum. As they search for the treasure of the rare 1877 Indian Head cent coins, the boys find themselves exploring hidden passageways, dodging unexpected dangers, and following clues through deep woods, dark caves, and rushing waters. Summer of the Woods is the first book in the popular 12-book The Virginia Mysteries series by Steven K. Smith, weaving together exciting, modern-day mysteries with real-life locations from history. With fast-paced action, clever clues, and heart-pounding suspense, this series is perfect for boys and girls ages 7-12 and fans of Magic Tree House , The Hardy Boys , Nancy Drew , and National Treasure . Gift this book to a child or grandchild and launch them on an adventure they’ll never forget! This page-turner is designed to hook even reluctant young readers and ideal for elementary classroom and school-wide reading programs. The Virginia Mysteries - Adventures with a twist of history Book 1 - Summer of the Woods Book 2 - Mystery on Church Hill Book 3 - Ghosts of Belle Isle Book 4 - Secret of the Staircase Book 5 - Midnight at the Mansion Book 6 - Shadows at Jamestown Book 7 - Spies at Mount Vernon Book 8 - Escape from Monticello Book 9 - Pictures at the Protest Book 10 - Pirates on the Bay Book 11 - Danger on the Stage Book 12 - Conspiracy at the Launch Also by Steven K. Smith Brother Wars Brother Wars: Cabin Eleven Brother Wars: The Big Apple Final Kingdom Trilogy (Ages 10+) The Missing The Recruit The Bridge "As if by magic, Mr. Smith presents the perfect combination of nostalgia and modern day. This exemplifies the summers I remember. Freely roaming all around, turning over rocks in creeks, exploring woods and caves while our imaginations provided limitless adventures. Kids being kids." - Reader of Summer of the Woods "My 7 year old loved this! While there is a place for the "silly" books targeted for little boys nowadays, it's refreshing to find a story reminiscent of the Hardy Boys, yet updated for this generation" - Reader of Summer of the Woods "My nine year old, reluctant reader fell in love with the story. The mystery and adventure drew her in right away…a perfect read aloud for my seven year olds. This fast paced, wholesome adventure story will leave you wanting to take a hike with your kids!" - Reader of Summer of the Woods Read more

The Case of the Vanishing Sandwich (The Tiger Chronicles)

Author: Renee Orris Genre: Mystery

What if a mystery book could make your child want to read? What parents and educators are saying: "My students love reading The Tiger Chronicles series! The books are so engaging for my second and third grade students." — 5-star Amazon review from an elementary teacher When Renee discovers her sandwich has mysteriously disappeared, she and her observant tabby cat Tiger decide to take on their very first case. Following paw prints, unexpected clues, and surprising twists, Renee learns that solving a mystery takes curiosity, patience, and courage. Their first case becomes the beginning of many cozy neighborhood adventures. The Case of the Vanishing Sandwich is a fun and engaging early chapter book for kids ages 6–10 who are growing in reading confidence and love solving mysteries. Perfect for young readers who enjoy: • Funny mysteries • Clever clues • Animal sidekicks • Friendship stories • Feeling proud when they finish a book Written in comfortable chapter lengths with an easy-to-follow layout, this book is ideal for: • Beginning chapter book readers • Ages 6–10 • 1st–4th grade readers • Classroom reading programs • Homeschool reading lists • Kids transitioning from picture books If your child enjoys books like Junie B. Jones , A to Z Mysteries , or Ivy & Bean , they will love starting this cozy mystery series. Start the adventure today and discover why kids love becoming Tiger Chronicles detectives! Perfect for kids who love mystery books, early chapter books, beginner chapter books, detective stories, and animal mystery adventures. Read more

The Lost Space Treasure - A Novella

Author: Rae Knightly Genre: Adventure

DISCOVER THE SPACE LEGEND... Every child in the Interstellar Alliance has heard the legend of The Lost Space Treasure: a hoard of exquisite gems rumored to be floating out in space, stashed away in a mysterious spaceship. Only the Exostar - the biggest, most beautiful diamond in the known galaxy - is proof of the treasure's existence. A visit to Exhibitus Museum, where the Exostar is kept, is a mandatory trip for all school-aged students of the Alliance. But when the Exostar is stolen right before their eyes, a frantic and greedy hunt ensues, threatening to throw the Alliance into interplanetary war. Who are the mysterious thieves? And who will find the Exostar? The bestselling, award-winning author of The Alien Skill Series, Rae Knightly, presents The Lost Space Treasure Series, an upper middle-grade science-fiction story for inquisitive young teens and the space pioneers of tomorrow. For fans of Dragon Pearl, The Prometheus Project and Animorphs. Read more

The Secrets Below (The Whispering Sea Mysteries)

Author: Camilla Sten Genre: Comedy

On an icy Swedish archipelago, a girl is entangled in a dark mystery that only she holds the key to unraveling, in this fantasy thriller from the wondrous minds of Camilla Sten and Viveca Sten. What happened out there in the woods? Twelve-year-old Tuva couldn’t imagine living anywhere other than the Stockholm archipelago and her island home of Harö. Even if she mostly keeps to herself at her small school. Even if she sometimes gets kind of lonely. But when a classmate goes missing, Tuva finds herself at the center of the mystery, along with Rasmus, the new boy at school. Neither one of them can understand what they saw that day in the woods near the water: Is something magical at work? Something evil? And it’s not just their classmate who has gone missing. Other people around the islands have gone missing this fall, disappearing from their boats on the water, never to be heard from again. Can Tuva and Rasmus discover what secrets are lurking below…before it’s too late? Read more

Young Whit and the Traitor's Treasure

Author: Phil Lollar Genre: Adventure

Something sinister happened decades ago to disgrace the Whittaker name. Can young Whit discover the truth about his family history―and find the traitor’s treasure―before they’re gone forever? This Odyssey book series explores the history of the much-loved character John Avery Whittaker. The series introduces newcomers to the larger world of Odyssey. For readers who are already Odyssey-philes, the novels provide the history of the franchise’s most important character. Whit and his family (father, Harold; stepmother, Fiona; half-sister, Charlie) have just moved to Provenance, NC, in the middle of the Great Depression. Harold will be teaching at nearby Duke University. Not-quite-10-year-old Johnny soon makes a friend in Emmy, who lives across the street and joins him in his adventures. At his new school, he encounters a bully who makes his life miserable, and he makes a new friend in Huck, the custodian. Both of them play key roles in the mysteries and action. The central mystery in this book involves Confederate gold missing since the end of the Civil War and the question of whether Johnny’s ancestor was the coward and thief who stole it, as everyone believes. Book #1 in the Young Whit series Blends historical context with clean adventure to engage young readers Offers children a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of Whit’s formative years Best for kids ages 10 and up Read more

Benny Uncovers a Mystery (The Boxcar Children Mysteries)

Author: Gertrude Chandler Warner Genre: Adventure Illustrator: David Cunningham

Four brave siblings were searching for a home – and found a life of adventure! Join the Boxcar Children as they investigate a department store mystery in this illustrated chapter book series beloved by generations of readers. When Benny and Henry get summer jobs at a department store in town, they don't expect to be solving mysteries at work. But when an expensive vase disappears, the salespeople receive strange notes, and the jewelry display is tampered with, it's up to Benny to uncover the truth! What started as a single story about the Alden Children has delighted readers for generations and sold more than 80 million books worldwide. Featuring timeless adventures, mystery, and suspense, The Boxcar Children® series continues to inspire children to learn, question, imagine, and grow. Read more

Hailey Haddie's Minute Mysteries Time Travel History: 15 Short Stories For Young Sleuths

Author: Marina J. Bowman Genre: Mystery

You are invited to travel back in time with famous amateur detective Hailey Haddie to solve history-themed supernatural crimes. Use your detective skills to tackle hidden clues, tricky puzzles, wacky suspects, and relentless riddles. You can read each mystery in about a minute and solve it in a few more. Someone put a sleeping spell on King Arthur of Camelot. Who did it? Only YOU can figure it out. Take a peek inside Hailey Haddie’s case log of 15 history-themed mysteries and join the fun of investigating the crimes! Read more

Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Bear Scare (Jigsaw Jones Mysteries)

Author: James Preller Genre: Early Readers

Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter book Jigsaw Jones Mysteries from James Preller have it all. Is there a bear loose in the woods by Jigsaw Jones' town? For once this second-grade detective and his partner Mila Yeh might be out of their depth! One way or another, these two young sleuths will get to the bottom of who, or what, is growling and snapping in those woods in The Case of the Bear Scare . James Preller's wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones books are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics! Read more