{"product_id":"9781534453432","title":"Pepper's Rules for Secret Sleuthing","description":"\u003cstrong\u003ePepper's Rules for Secret Sleuthing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Briana McDonald\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNancy Drew meets \u003ci\u003eHarriet the Spy\u003c\/i\u003e in this action-packed and heartfelt debut middle grade following an overzealous amateur sleuth as she investigates a shocking family secret—and unravels the mystery of her developing feelings for girls.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eRule One: Your loyalty is to the case.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAmateur detective Pepper Blouse has always held true to this rule, even if it meant pushing people away. But when the results of Pepper’s latest case cost her any hope of the girl she likes returning her feelings, she decides that maybe she should lay low for a while.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThat is, until her Great Aunt Florence passes away under mysterious circumstances. And even though her dad insists there’s nothing to investigate, Pepper can’t just ignore rule fourteen: \u003ci\u003eTrust your gut\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBut there’s nothing in the rulebook that could’ve prepared her for the family secrets her investigation uncovers.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMaybe it’s time to stop playing by the rules.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\"Exciting and fast-paced... A fun debut that is notable for its thematic depth and queer characters.\"\u003cbr\u003e“Irrepressible and lovable, Pepper joins the ranks of the best kid sleuths—and shows that sometimes the heart is the toughest mystery.”\u003cbr\u003e“McDonald has crafted a debut chock full of heart. Pepper isn't just a queer Nancy Drew—she's a relatable and lovable character all her own.”\u003cbr\u003e“A modern take on a classic genre. Pepper is a hero kids will root for.” \u003cbr\u003e“This Nancy-Drew-style sleuthing tale with a modern sensibility will delight middle grade readers craving suspense, mystery and puzzles. A page-turner packed with wisdom and heart.”\u003cbr\u003e\"A great modern... mystery classic.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781534453432\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":40958073503950,"sku":"9781534453432","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/O_59feb012-e2ab-44d5-8f21-4cfe1a1cbbdc.jpg?v=1646343611","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781534453432","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}