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Detective Sweet Pea: The Case of the Golden Bone

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Can Detective Sweet Pea sniff out the suspect and crack the case? From the creator of Robot Dreams, now an Oscar Award-nominated feature film, comes a new graphic novel series for young readers!

Sweet Pea’s got a pretty sweet life. The animals in her hometown of Parkville have always gotten along with one another, and she’s free to spend her days doing what she loves best: making art, hanging out with friends, and digging through the trash for tasty treats. When two new dogs move to town, Sweet Pea is eager to show them the sights and smells of Parkville . . . especially its most famous attraction, the one-of-a-kind GOLDEN CHEW BONE! But . . . the Golden Chew Bone has VANISHED! Parkville needs a detective, and Sweet Pea’s spectacular sense of smell makes her the perfect pup to crack the case.

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ISBN-13:	9781250348401
Publisher:	First Second
Publication date:	05/28/2024
Series:	Detective Sweet Pea , #1
Pages:	208
Sales rank:	769,579
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 5.50(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	6 - 10 Years

About the Author

Sara Varon is a graphic novelist and children’s book author/illustrator living in Chicago. She is the author of Robot Dreams, which has been adapted into an Oscar-nominated animated feature film. Her other books include Odd Duck, Bake Sale, New Shoes, Hold Hands, My Pencil and Me, and the Detective Sweet Pea series. Her work has received many accolades—among others, Hold Hands was named a Best Children’s Book of 2019 by the New York Times; Odd Duck was selected by Kirkus Reviews as one of the Best Children’s Books of 2013; Bake Sale was chosen as a YALSA Great Graphic Novel of 2012; and Robot Dreams was on Oprah’s Kids’ Reading List in 2008. In 2013, Sara was a recipient of the Sendak Fellowship.
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"These characters and this town feel bursting with more stories to tell; readers will be grateful that this charming and smartly crafted mystery is just the start of a new series. " –Kirkus, starred review

"Comical scenarios, playful artwork, and fun characters make this early reader comic a real treat, and the promise of more cases is icing on the cake." –Booklist

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★ 2024-03-23
When the Golden Chew Bone mysteriously goes missing, Sweet Pea the dog is on the case.
Sweet Pea resides in the town of Parkville, where several animal species live harmoniously… mostly. She enjoys painting, eating out of the garbage, and learning about her family history. She’s never solved a mystery before, but when the Golden Chew Bone disappears before the Parkville Art Museum’s celebration of its return (the bone had been on loan to another museum), Sweet Pea is asked to use her strong sniffing abilities to find it. Dogs regularly visit the museum to chew on the bone; it keeps their teeth clean but somehow never gets any smaller. Dental problems among Parkville dogs are now on the rise, but with the help of newcomers Jelly and Casper and insight from her great-aunt Petunia’s stories, Sweet Pea gets to work. These characters and this town feel bursting with more stories to tell; readers will be grateful that this charming and smartly crafted mystery is just the start of a new series. Varon’s cute, brightly colored, bold-lined, and immediately recognizable art style is inviting and appealing, while chapter breaks make the story accessible and contribute to the narrative’s momentum. While the mystery is delightful, this story goes deeper thematically—which is made clear when Sweet Pea exclaims, “Everyone has a different perspective based on their own experiences.”
Sniffing around for an adorable, exciting, and thoughtful tale? This doggy detective delivers. (information on Varon’s character inspiration) (Graphic mystery. 7-12)

Kirkus Reviews

03/18/2024
Blue-hued pooch Sweet Pea lives a carefree life in Parkville, where all species coexist peacefully. There, she indulges in her passions of creating art, spending time with friends, and dumpster-diving for hidden treasures. The arrival of canine newcomers Casper and Jelly sparks renewed excitement for Sweet Pea, especially since they’re fellow art lovers; the newly-minted trio is excited to see the legendary Golden Chew Bone on display at the Parkville Art Museum. While attending its unveiling, however, Parkville denizens are shocked to learn that the monument has vanished. But with Sweet Pea’s extraordinary sense of smell, she’s the perfect pup to sniff out the perpetrator. She’s accompanied by Wayne, a raccoon whose comedic rivalry with the pooch protagonist provides spirited competition, touching personal moments, and ample additional amusement in this already good-humored whodunit. Simple, cozy, and broadly colorful illustrations by Varon (My Pencil and Me) have an analog feel reminiscent of an old-fashioned Saturday morning cartoon. Brimming with visual gags and punny labels scattered throughout (“moldy bread slice,” “soggy biscuit,” “crumb-covered muffin wrapper”), this straightforward yet goofy graphic novel series launch will have young readers giggling into the next volume. Ages 6–10. (June)

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