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359 pp.
| Bloomsbury |
May, 2015 |
TradeISBN 978-1-61963-630-9$16.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-61963-631-6
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4-6
Almost-twelve-year-old Ruth finds a series of mysterious clues. She's eager to embark on a quest to solve the mystery, but former best friend Charlotte thinks Ruth should grow up. A spelling bee helps Ruth find like-minded friends who help her solve the puzzle. Blakemore addresses thornier aspects of middle school (from bra shopping to bullying) honestly; Ruth's relationships with her peers play as big a role as the riddle.
Reviewer: Shoshana Flax
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
May, 2015