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Bug
An old man takes his city-slicker grandson on a fishing trip so the boy can shake hands with nature. To while away the hours, he recollects a story from his childhood – an adventure set in 1960 involving a precocious 12-year-old boy called Bug. Having purchased a packet of old letters at an estate sale, Bug uncovers hidden clues to solving the mysterious death of a depressed tycoon, one Royal Conrad, as well as the whereabouts of Conrad’s missing treasures that have lingered since 1887.
Bug, accompanied by his older cousin Danny and his tall friend Cobbie, embark on a three-day adventure through the rugged but beautiful forests of North Georgia, chased all the while by the diabolical professor Washpeddle and his Twinkie-obsessed henchman, Mister Strange.
Join Bug, Danny, and Cobbie as they face fire-shooting bears, speeding locomotives, stump spiders, raging hounds and other dangers along the backwoods trail that leads to an astonishing discovery that changes their lives forever.
Bug, accompanied by his older cousin Danny and his tall friend Cobbie, embark on a three-day adventure through the rugged but beautiful forests of North Georgia, chased all the while by the diabolical professor Washpeddle and his Twinkie-obsessed henchman, Mister Strange.
Join Bug, Danny, and Cobbie as they face fire-shooting bears, speeding locomotives, stump spiders, raging hounds and other dangers along the backwoods trail that leads to an astonishing discovery that changes their lives forever.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 1, 2024
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April 22, 2024
I'm the type of person that has the best intentions to read a chapter book all the way through, but forget about a book around page 80 or so. Not with this one though! I was turning page after page to see what was going to happen next. I love that you can dive into the details if you want to and get so much out of them or you can just go on an adventure with Bug and his amazing crew. It's a joy to read and combines my love of mystery, humor, coming of age, friendship, and adventure. It's all that and so much more. Have fun reading it!
December 22, 2025
Buck Sharpton’s Bug is a thrilling and cleverly crafted adventure that blends mystery, historical context, and coming-of-age storytelling. Set in the 1960s, it follows a clever young boy, Bug, as he deciphers riddles, hunts for hidden treasure, and navigates dangers with his cousins while evading a sinister villain. Sharpton’s vivid descriptions, authentic period details, and well-developed characters make this a gripping read for middle-grade and young adult audiences, as well as anyone who enjoys a smart, fast-paced adventure.
January 12, 2024
Humorous, suspenseful and a great escape out of modern day adult life!
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