The Crooked Oak Mysteries by Dan Smith, Perfect | Indigo Chapters

Stranger Things meets Invasion of the Body Snatchers in this thrilling sci-fi adventure with an environmental twist. Nancy's parents are acting weird. Their eyes are blank, they won't eat - it's like they're no longer themselves. Pete and Krish are obsessed with unexplained phenomena and when they offer to help Nancy investigate, they're sure they can crack the case. But the deeper the trio dig, the darker the mystery gets. Crooked Oak is under attack from a dangerous foe, and they're the only ones who can stop it.8-12 FICTION (Ages 8-12)Interest Age: 8-12Reading Age: 8This imprint is a brilliant list of short novels from high profile authors designed to be entertaining and accessible for ages 8-12. At approx. 5, 000-10, 000 words and with a Reading Age of 8, they're designed to help older children build reading stamina and a greater confidence in their abilities. They offer an exciting mix of genres, feature black and white illustrations to accompany the narrative, and include dyslexia-friendly design features. | The Crooked Oak Mysteries by Dan Smith, Perfect | Indigo Chapters