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In "The Pizza Monster," Nate the Great introduces readers to his cousin, Olivia Sharp, who, though not quite the world’s greatest detective, excels at spotting what’s wrong beneath the surface. With her spunky, eccentric personality and can‑do spirit, Olivia assists her friends in unraveling mysteries that keep the pizza pie—and friendships—on the line. This engaging juvenile fiction story blends friendship, detective work, and delicious pizza in a humorous, heart‑warming tale.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Marjorie Weinman Sharmat
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