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The Mystery of the Dented Cans
Paperback
Series: Oakhaven Junior Detectives
Mystery & ThrillerScience Fiction
Publisher: Silver Pen
Published: Jan 31 2026
Pages: 68
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.16 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A mystery that looks impossible... until science solves it.
When sealed food cans in Oakhaven start mysteriously crushing themselves-with no fingerprints, no damage, and no explanation-best friends Mia, Sam, and Jake know something strange is happening. Is it sabotage? A prank? Or something even more dangerous?
Armed with curiosity, courage, and real science, the Oakhaven Junior Detectives uncover secrets hidden inside an old wind tower, a missing mayor's letter, and clues buried beneath Red Lake itself. But the deeper they dig, the bigger the mystery grows-and soon the entire town may be at risk.
This isn't just another detective story. It's a thrilling adventure where physics, pressure, and problem-solving save the day.
What readers will gain:
- Exciting mystery mixed with real, easy-to-understand science
- Smart heroes who use brains-not luck-to solve problems
- Confidence to think critically and see the world like a detective
Perfect for fans of middle-grade and teen mysteries, STEM adventures, and fast-paced, page-turning stories that make learning fun.
Readers are already calling it: A mystery that makes you think! and Like a science experiment turned into an adventure.
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