Once Upon a Thriller cover

Once Upon a Thriller

Author: Keene, Carolyn

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 4.9
Points 3.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 22118
Points per Word 0.000136
Page Count 135
Points per Page 0.022222

Description

The book follows Nancy Drew and her friends Bess and George as they investigate a series of mysterious events in their town that seem to mirror the plots from local author Lacey O'Brien's mystery novels. The incidents include a bookstore fire, a sinking boat, and a missing statue. This is the fourth book in the Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew series.

Quick Summary

When fictional mysteries start becoming real-life thrills in your own town, reading about Nancy, Bess, and George feels like holding a front-row ticket to the most exciting detective adventure ever. The story bursts with a burning boat, a stolen statue, and a mystery writer whose plot twists are mysteriously turning deadly, making every chapter feel like solving a puzzle while the stakes keep climbing higher. If your kid devours the Hardy Boys, Boxcar Children, or any mystery series where kids outsmart adults, this Nancy Drew spin-off delivers that same irresistible blend of clues, friendship, and "aha" moments. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 8 who love solving puzzles alongside friends, this 4.9 AR level thriller keeps pages turning without overwhelming younger readers.