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Trouble at the Tangerine

by Gillian McDunn

A neighborhood mystery and the search for home

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A neighborhood mystery and the search for home

Simon’s family treats frequent moves as part of an adventurous life, but Simon longs for a place to call his own. When a priceless necklace disappears at the Tangerine Pines, the mystery becomes tied to his hopes of staying put: clues point toward a neighbor, and solving the case might help him make the apartment his forever home. With neighbor Amaya’s help, the story brings together a missing necklace, changing family expectations, and the question of what makes a home feel lasting.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Ages 9–12 who enjoy mysteries involving a neighborhood cast of characters.
  • Readers interested in stories about family life, moving, and finding a sense of home.
  • Fans of children’s fiction that combines a mystery with friendship and community.

Themes

Home and belongingFamily and changeNeighborhood and communityMystery and problem-solving

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Book overview

Award-winning author Gillian McDunn pens a delightfully quirky mystery that examines the meaning of home, perfect for fans of The Vanderbeekers series.

Simon's family is always on the move. Every few months, they load up their van, "Vincent Van Go," and set off for a new adventure. According to his dad, you can't live an extraordinary life by staying in one place. But all Simon wants is to settle down, so he's hatched a plan: to make their latest apartment in the Tangerine Pines building his forever home.

When a priceless necklace is stolen, clues indicate the thief might actually be another neighbor. Simon worries he'll have to move again if the thief isn't caught. He usually doesn't go looking for trouble, but if retrieving the necklace means establishing home, Simon is willing to risk it. With the help of his neighbor Amaya, pet sitter, plant-waterer, and podcaster extraordinaire, Simon is determined to crack the case and finally put down roots.

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