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Paulina and the Thea Sisters journey to Peru to find their missing archaeologist friend, but as they ascend the Andes Mountains, the sisters find clues that lead them to a mysterious hidden city. Book #4
Quick Summary
If your kid loves a good mystery with a side of travel and culture, this one might be just the ticket. The story follows Paulina and the Thea Sisters as they jet off to Peru to track down a missing archaeologist, and along the way they get tangled up in clues that point to a hidden city high in the Andes. At an AR level of 4.7 and roughly 13,000 words, it's a quick read that still manages to weave in humor, friendship, and just enough peril to keep young readers on their toes. It's a solid pick for kids who enjoy the Geronimo Stilton series but want a crew of female mouse heroes, and it even sneaks in a little education about Peruvian history and geography without sounding like a textbook. Parents will appreciate the positive messages about teamwork and curiosity, while the colorful illustrations and lively dialogue make it a good bridge for reluctant readers who might be intimidated by longer chapter books.