Wallace and Grace and the lost puppy

K-Gr 2--The Night Owl Detective Agency is back in this latest mystery featuring Wallace and Grace. As the two owls search for items as part of a competitive scavenger hunt, they come across a puppy in need of help. On his first night as a watch dog, he attempted to chase down an apple thief and got lost along the way. Wallace and Grace set out to find the thief, the puppy's home, and finish the scavenger hunt. This adorable series is a perfect first chapter book for readers who are just leaving the early reader phase. With large, well-spaced print, plentiful color illustrations to illuminate the action, and a perfectly paced mystery, this title will build both kids' confidence and their interest in a good story. VERDICT Recommended for most collections, particularly where the other "Wallace and Grace" books have circulated well.