Books like Mike's Mystery by Gertrude Chandler Warner
While staying at Aunt Jane's ranch, the Alden siblings—fans of the Boxcar Children series—encounter a new friend from Surprise Island. One night, a blaze destroys the neighbor's house and the blame is swiftly turned on Mike. Faced with a false accusation, the Aldens set out to clear Mike's name and solve the mystery of who set the fire. This engaging juvenile mystery blends family loyalty, detective work, and the timeless theme of proving innocence.
First publish date: 1960
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gertrude Chandler Warner
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