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Description
Michael Cycle and his BMX bike are out to prove that a middle-school Mafioso is up to no good.
Quick Summary
Meet Michael Cycle, a third-grader who thinks his BMX bike is the key to solving a neighborhood mystery. When he spots a kid at the local middle-school acting like a tiny mafia boss handing out "orders" and causing mischief Michael decides to pedal his way into the clues, using bike rides, quick thinking, and a lot of goofy humor to crack the case. The book is short enough to keep early readers from getting lost, but it's packed with enough suspense and jokes to keep them smiling, and it throws in a few simple lessons about friendship and standing up for what's right. Kids who love bikes, goofy detective stories, or any series that mixes a little danger with a lot of laughs will find this a perfect fit. Parents will appreciate that the "mafia" theme is more silly than scary, with only mild tension and a lot of positive messages about teamwork. If your child enjoys the mix of humor and mystery in the "Hank Zipzer" books, they'll feel right at home with Michael Cycle and his two-wheeled investigations.