Books like Absolutely Truly by Heather Vogel Frederick
Twelve‑year‑old Truly Lovejoy’s family relocates to a small New Hampshire town to run a local bookstore. Shortly thereafter, Truly is drawn into two intertwined mysteries: one about a vanished book and another about an undelivered letter. Facing clues, sleuthing, and the new rhythm of community life, she learns the value of family bonds and the thrill of a good mystery. The story captures the charm of small‑town living, the excitement of detective work, and the challenges of a family’s new beginning.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Heather Vogel Frederick
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