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Lucky O'Leary is ecstatic when the lucky lottery ticket sent by his grandfather turns out to be a million‑dollar winner. The excitement turns to peril when a thief sneaks into his house and steals the ticket. Lucky enlists the help of Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose to track down the thief and recover the ticket before he loses his big prize.
Set in a lively, contemporary setting, the book blends mystery and adventure as the young protagonists navigate clues and obstacles to protect Lucky’s win. The story underscores themes of friendship, courage, and the excitement of unexpected fortune.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Ron Roy
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