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The Boxcar Children are drawn into a mystery when Mama Tova’s famous cupcakes become the target of a thief. As the townspeople line up to taste the treats, the siblings follow a trail of clues that leads to a cupcake contest, where their detective skills must uncover the culprit before the event ends.
The story blends culinary creativity with adventure, offering young readers a playful investigation that highlights teamwork, curiosity, and the joy of solving puzzles.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gertrude Chandler Warner
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