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The plunder down under
by James Patterson
When a rival treasure hunter frames their parents for theft, Bick, Beck, Storm and Tommy embark on a seven-day race across the Australian Outback to capture the real thief’s pirate band, recover a pair of stolen gems and prove their parents’ innocence.
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Houdini and me
by Dan Gutman
Eleven-year-old Harry Mancini lives in the house where Houdini spent his final years, so he has always been interested in the famous magician, and has even learned a few simple magic tricks; he just never expected Houdini to contact him from beyond the grave--and what Houdini wants him to do could well cost Harry his own life
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| The Whiz Mob and the Grenadine Kid by Colin MeloyWhile living in 1961 France, lonely American Charlie is thrilled to be accepted into a crew of pickpockets -- and shocked to discover that the stakes of his new hobby are higher than he could have imagined. Growing suspense, colorful slang, and funny asides from the narrator will keep you hooked throughout this highly unusual heist adventure. |
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| The Explorer by Katherine RundellFollowing a tragic plane crash, Fred, Con, Lila, and Max are stranded in Brazil's Amazon rainforest. Combining their skills and following an ancient map, the kids journey downriver and gain firsthand experience of nature's challenges (dodging piranhas, eating grubs) and wonders (pink dolphins, baby sloths).
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 10-13!
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