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Horace & Bunwinkle: The Case of the Rascally Raccoon

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Horace & Bunwinkle: The Case of the Rascally Raccoon by PJ Gardner is a delightful children's mystery about a grumpy pig and a spirited corgi who live on a farm. Together, they team up to investigate a series of naughty behaviours causing mischief in their neighbourhood, suspecting a raccoon as the culprit. Through teamwork and cleverness, they embark on an adventurous journey to uncover the truth behind the chaos.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of delightful mystery tales filled with animal charm. The story features a brave pig and a spirited raccoon on a thrilling adventure, making it perfect for children who love stories about friendship, teamwork, and solving a good puzzle. It's ideal for young readers who appreciate humour and heartwarming storytelling.

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Horace is flying high after solving the pet-tectives' first mystery. But Bunwinkle just hasn't been herself: she's scared all the time and is too embarrassed to tell anyone. Before they can work on getting Bunwinkle's confidence back, a new case lands in their laps--well, actually their trash cans--when Shoo the raccoon asks for help.

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The second book in a young middle grade mystery-adventure series about Horace, an anxious Boston Terrier, and Bunwinkle, an exuberant potbellied pig, who team up to solve crimes in their barnyard and local neighbourhood—perfect for fans of Mercy Watson, The Trouble with Chickens, and A Boy Called Bat.

Horace & Bunwinkle: The Case of the Rascally Raccoon follows Horace as he is flying high after solving the pet-tectives' first mystery. Meanwhile, Bunwinkle just hasn’t been herself—she’s scared all the time and is too embarrassed to tell anyone.

Before they can work on getting Bunwinkle’s confidence back, a new case lands in their laps—well, actually their trash cans—when Shoo the raccoon asks for help. The neighbourhood humans think he’s behind a series of garbage upheavals and home break-ins—but he swears he’s innocent. Just because people call him a trash bandit doesn’t mean he is one.

To make matters worse, while the pet-tectives are trying to clear Shoo’s name, they learn that Eleanor is having money problems. She hopes to solve them by starting a community Farmer’s Market in the back field. The neighbours seem excited to help at first but then, one by one, they suddenly drop out.

With time running out, can the pet-tectives solve the mysteries and save Shoo and the Homestead?

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Reviews of Horace & Bunwinkle: The Case of the Rascally Raccoon praise its charm, reminiscent of the Bed & Biscuit series, and suitable for graduates of the Mercy Watson books. It features delightful and plucky protagonists, Horace and Bunwinkle, who win hearts with their curiosity and camaraderie. The book is noted for its engaging storytelling, sweet humour, and charming illustrations, making young readers eager for more adventures of these quirky, crime-solving animals.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780062946577

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 November 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by David Mottram

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 284g

Pages: 208

About the Author

PJ Gardner is the author of the middle grade Horace & Bunwinkle series. She lives in Southern California with her husband and sons as well as her Boston terriers, Rosie and Rocky. Visit her at pjgardnerswitzer.com. David Mottram is a full-time illustrator living in Ohio. His previous books include The New Kitten, Wordy Birdy, and Mighty Tug. Dave enjoys family adventures with his wife, daughter, and Gracie the black lab.

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