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Trouble will find you
67 pages
A chaotic, fast-paced romp about a well-meaning kid whose quest for a puppy collides with a neighborhood crime.
What it feels like
This energetic chapter book captures the frantic, high-stakes feeling of childhood, where staying out of trouble for a single day feels like an impossible mountain to climb. The narrative moves at a brisk, bouncy pace, perfectly mirroring the restless energy of a kid desperate for a puppy. It balances a lighthearted, humorous tone with just enough mild suspense to keep young readers eagerly turning the pages. The prose is accessible and punchy, making it an ideal stepping stone for newly independent readers. It is a story that delights in the chaotic unpredictability of everyday life, appealing to anyone who remembers the earnest struggle of trying to be perfectly good when the universe has other, far more mischievous plans.
- Mood
- energetic
- chaotic
- cozy
- suspenseful
- Tone
- lighthearted
- humorous
- earnest
- playful
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- childhood mischief · longing for a pet · unexpected heroism · the struggle to be good
- The writing
- Accessible, punchy, and dialogue-heavy, perfectly tailored to keep newly independent readers engaged.
- The arc
- Moves from anxious determination to chaotic panic, resolving in triumphant, heartwarming relief.
- Who it's for
- Young readers who love fast-paced, slapstick adventures and stories about kids desperately wanting a dog.
Content notes
- mild peril
- burglary
About the book
When his parents promise that he can get a puppy if he can stay out of trouble for just one day, Desmond "Diz" Aster tries his best, but a burglar almost spoils his efforts.
Description from Open Library.
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