The Ghost at Cavern Lake Hollow

This book is one of three Acorn Mysteries, a middle grade series, that successfully balances classic storytelling with modern appeal, and it immediately stands out for doing exactly that. The three mysteries feel like a thoughtful revival of the timeless adventure format many of us grew up loving. Simon and Aaron are curious, intelligent, and independent, and the story value how they think rather than how they look or who they like. That alone sets the series apart in today's children's mar...