The Treasure of Ocean Parkway - by Sarvenaz Tash (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Two podcasting sleuths help their neighbor solve a cold case--one that is literally etched into the walls of their Brooklyn apartment building"-- Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Two podcasting sleuths help their neighbor solve a cold case--one that's literally etched into the walls of their Brooklyn apartment building--in this cozy, twisty-turny middle grade whodunnit from the author of The Queen of Ocean Parkway.

Twelve-year-old globetrotter Thea Lim-Lambert is spending a rare summer at home in Brooklyn, when she discovers a secret room in the back of her closet. There, among her grandfather Errol's old diaries and peculiar carvings, is a clue Errol left to a massive hidden treasure. But to find it, she'll need the help of two experienced sleuths--lucky for her, two of the best live in her building!

Roya and Amin's mystery podcast has earned them a stellar reputation, but they never could have guessed that their latest case would send them on a wild scavenger hunt in their own building. Clue by clue, they search the building from roof to cellar (thanks to Roya's mom's master key). But just when a solution seems near, they realize an essential piece is missing--locked away where none of them can reach it. And unless Thea finds the courage to stand up to her family the treasure of Ocean Parkway may be lost forever. . .

"A twisty mystery, a heartwarming adventure, and a love letter to New York that is equal parts Nancy Drew and Only Murders in the Building." --James Ponti, New York Times bestselling author of City Spies and The Sherlock Society

Review Quotes

"A twisty mystery, a heartwarming adventure, and a love letter to New York that is equal parts Nancy Drew and Only Murders in the Building." --James Ponti, New York Times bestselling author of City Spies and The Sherlock Society

★ "Part mystery, part journey of self-discovery, part lesson on how to let others in when you've gotten used to going at it alone, this is a delightful story of friendship, family, and community." --School Library Journal, starred review

"An inventive puzzle filled with tenderness and warmth . . . Readers will love visiting Brooklyn with these exceedingly clever, kind, and compassionate characters." --Kirkus Reviews

"The clues are tricky, but aspiring detectives will have fun attempting to solve them alongside the trio, making this an immersive read for anyone who feels, like the kids in the book do, 'too bossy, ' 'too weird, ' or just in need of a pal." --The Bulletin

About the Author

Sarvenaz Tash was born in Tehran, Iran, grew up on Long Island, and graduated from NYU with a BFA in Film and Television. Her previous novels include The Queen of Ocean Parkway, The Geek's Guide to Unrequited Love and A Whole Song and Dance. Though her books run the gamut of genres and age groups, they're tied together by her strong voice and affinity for joyful, diverse, humorous stories with heart. She has dabbled in all sorts of writing including screenwriting, copywriting, and professional tweeting for the likes of Bravo and MTV. Sarvenaz currently lives in Brooklyn with her family.