The Lost Treasure of Tuckernuck

This laugh-out-loud novel by Emily Fairlie is a fresh take on the classic mystery caper. It's perfect for fans of From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, Chasing Vermeer, The Westing Game, and the Mysterious Benedict Society books.

Using a unique blend of notes, lists, and classic prose, The Lost Treasure of Tuckernuck tells the story of Bud and Laurie's quest to find the infamous Tutweiler Treasure. They're hot (or at least lukewarm) on the trail of scavenger hunt clues, but time is running out—the school board wants to tear down Tuckernuck Hall. Can Bud and Laurie find the treasure before it's lost forever?

Readers can enjoy solving puzzles along with the characters, and teachers will appreciate references to famous artists and architects such as Pablo Picasso and Frank Lloyd Wright. There is something for everyone in this treasure trove of wry wit, thrilling adventure, and undeniable heart!

Unlikely Friendship: Bud and Laurie are stuck on gerbil duty together and couldn’t be more different. But to find the treasure, they’ll have to learn to trust each other. Saving the School: The bulldozers are already in the parking lot! Bud and Laurie are in a race against time to solve the mystery before their beloved, quirky school is demolished forever. An Epic Treasure Hunt: Follow a trail of eighty-year-old secret clues left by the school’s eccentric founder, from a mysterious chicken portrait to the dusty bell tower. A Uniquely Told School Story: Told through a clever mix of classic prose, hilarious lists, and scribbled notes that bring the halls of Tuckernuck to life.