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The Jewels start receiving anonymous notes, one of which claims the Rivals will try to steal a diamond during their trip to New York City, but finding the right diamond in New York is like looking for a needle in a haystack. Book #2
Quick Summary
In this second book of the series, The Jewels receive anonymous notes warning that their rivals, the Rivals, plan to steal a diamond during a class trip to New York City, forcing the group to search the massive city for the right gem before the thieves do. The Story of Susan B. Anthony tackles themes of loyalty among friends, outwitting clever adversaries, and solving puzzles under pressure in a big city setting. If your kid likes the mystery and team dynamics in "The Westing Game" or the city-based intrigue in "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler," they will love following The Jewels through this New York adventure. This book is great for 4th-5th graders who enjoy series mysteries, have an AR Level around 4.3, and want a quick read at roughly 26,000 words.