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Middle-school retrieval specialist Jeremy Wilderson again must work with his archrival, Becca Mills, when someone sabotages the Summer Art Show.
Quick Summary
In "Arts and Thefts" by Allison K. Hymas, middle-school retrieval specialist Jeremy Wilderson must team up with his archrival Becca Mills to solve who sabotaged the Summer Art Show, blending mystery with art world drama. The book explores themes of rivalry turning into cooperation, problem-solving under pressure, and learning to trust someone you don't like. If You Want a Friend in Washington: Wacky, Wild & Wonderful Presidential Petsr kid likes "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin with its puzzling mysteries and unlikely team-ups, they'll enjoy this similar setup with A Young Dancer's Apprenticeship: On Tour with the Moscow City Balleter protagonist. This is a great choice for 4th-6th graders who can handle a 70,000-word novel and are ready for more complex characters, with an AR Level of 4.4 making it accessible but challenging.