Wallace and Grace and the Gift Thief (Wallace and Grace)
by Heather Alexander (Author) Laura Zarrin (Illustrator)
Two owl detectives solve a Christmas mystery in this installment of a charming early reader series, perfect for fans of the Owl Diaries.
In the fifth book in the charming Wallace and Grace series, the two owl detectives look for whooo in the forest has been stealing holiday gifts.
These best friends are partners in the Night Owl Detective Agency and work together to solve mysteries!
Two days before the Christmas party in the Big Woods, presents under the Gift Tree go missing. Whooo is stealing them? Can Wallace and Grace follow the clues to catch the thief?
Young readers will delight in the funny, accessible story, the perfect pathway to chapter books.
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Review quotes
"This cupcake mystery should make readers hungry for Wallace and Grace's newest case . . . . With a little humor and its resourceful boy and girl owl friends, this provides a comfortable experience for newly independent readers." —Kirkus Reviews, on WALLACE AND GRACE AND THE CUPCAKE CAPER
"The illustrations are colorful and engaging, and there is a good balance between words and illustrations so new readers will be encouraged. . . . Fans of Rebecca Elliott's "Owl Diaries" will flock to this adorable new series." —School Library Journal, on WALLACE AND GRACE AND THE CUPCAKE CAPER
"Zarrin's cozy color artwork and Alexander's chirpy narrative energize a story that highlights the rewards of mutual respect, collaboration, and friendship." —Publishers Weekly, on WALLACE AND GRACE TAKE THE CASE
Born in New York and now based in sunny California, Heather Alexander is the author of numerous books for children, both fiction and nonfiction, including Only In America, Eat Bugs: Project Startup, A Child's Introduction to the Nutcracker, A Child's Introduction to Egyptology, and the Wallace and Grace early chapter book series. Heather also works as a children's book editor. Visit her at heatheralexanderbooks.com.
ALAN BERRY RHYS is an illustrator based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He has had solo shows in Argentina, Chile Paraguay and California and Portland, Oregon in the USA. His work is infused with nostalgic Americana and references retro graphic sign painting as well as contemporary pop culture.
JUV028000 - Juvenile Fiction | Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective Stories
JUV045000 - Juvenile Fiction | Readers | Chapter Books
JUV017010 - Juvenile Fiction | Holidays & Celebrations | Christmas & Advent
