Wallace and Grace and the Gift Thief - by Heather Alexander (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

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.

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

About the Author

Heather Alexander is the author of many books for young readers, including the Amazing Stardust Friends series. She lives with her family and new beagle puppy in Los Angeles. She loves giving gifts, solving mysteries, and a good cup of hot chocolate.
www.heatheralexanderbooks.com

Laura Zarrin is an illustrator by day and a detective by night. She is often called upon to solve mysteries for her family. She's been known to find lost shoes and lost homework and to discover who ate the last chocolate chip cookie. When she's not solving mysteries, she spends her time drawing, reading, drinking really strong iced tea, and eating fig Newtons. She lives in Northern California with her husband, their two sons, and her assistant, Cody the Chihuahua.
www.laurazarrinstudios.com
@Laura Zarrin