Mister Max: The Book of Secrets

In the second installment of Cynthia Voigt's Mister Max series, 12-year-old detective Max Starling, known as a Solutioneer, finds himself caught between solving city mysteries and uncovering secrets about his missing parents. When the mayor seeks his help to solve a series of vandalism incidents in the old city, Max faces potential danger while navigating cryptic messages about his family. This engaging adventure combines elements of mystery, fantasy, and humor, appealing to a wide range of readers.