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Curious case of the ransom riddler
64 pages
A ticking-clock puzzle-hunt filled with quirky clues, teamwork, and the distinct smell of rotten eggs.
What it feels like
This energetic juvenile mystery reads with a brisk, playful urgency, perfectly capturing the high-stakes drama of a missing prized possession before a big school event. The mood is lighthearted yet focused, inviting young readers to puzzle out ransom notes alongside a dedicated crew of kid detectives. Its accessible prose leans into sensory quirks—like the lingering scent of rotten eggs—and interactive riddles that keep the pages turning. The emotional core rests on teamwork and the frustration of a ticking clock, making it a delightful, fast-paced read for children who love cracking codes and relying on their friends to save the day.
- Mood
- energetic
- puzzling
- cheerful
- Tone
- playful
- urgent
- lighthearted
- inquisitive
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- teamwork and friendship · problem-solving · racing against time
- The writing
- Accessible and engaging, tailored for young readers with a focus on interactive riddles and quirky sensory details.
- The arc
- Moves from frustrated urgency to collaborative triumph as friends work together to solve a puzzling mystery.
- Who it's for
- Young mystery enthusiasts who love solving puzzles alongside a tight-knit group of friends.
About the book
The Gumshoe Gang has their next case and it hits close to home. One of thier own detectives is missing his RC race car and has to crack the ransom notes? Caleb needs his car back for the school's RC race care race on Sunday and he has no time for these nonsense riddles. Can his friends help him solve this mystery? Who would steal a RC race car anyway? And why does it smell like rotten eggs?--P. [4] of cover.
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