Books like The big house by Carolyn Coman
When Ivy and Ray’s parents are arrested and placed in jail, the twins are unexpectedly taken in by their parents’ accusers. Faced with a daunting situation, the siblings team up to uncover evidence that will prove their parents innocent and return them to home. The story follows their daring efforts to solve the mystery and redeem the truth.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Carolyn Coman
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