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4-6Secrets of Bearhaven series.
Illustrated by
Ross Dearsley.
Spencer discovers a secret city created by his "bear activist" parents, where bears invent and use technology, communicate with humans, and govern themselves (Secrets). In book two (Mission), Spencer is settling into life in Bearhaven when his cub friend Kate goes missing. Many plot elements are preposterous, but the fast pace and sympathetic cause are compelling; occasional illustrations bring the bears to life. review covers these titles: Mission to Moon Farm and Secrets of Bearhaven.