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Ava & Carol Detective Agency #4
Dognapped
When a famous show dog “Mr. Binxley” is stolen, Ava and Carol, twelve-year-old detectives, jump at the opportunity to track down the dognapper.A strand of hair, a giant shoe-print – the girls begin putting together a series of clues and suspects that lead them closer to the bad guy. But just when they think they’ve figured everything out, a new clue is revealed that changes everything.
Suddenly, the girls are back to square one, and time is running out for Mr. Binxley.
Join Ava and Carol in book four of the exciting Ava and Carol Detective Agency series. Children of all ages will enjoy this fast-paced book.
Dognapped showcases Ava and Carol’s investigative and forensic skills as they dust for fingerprints, collect and analyze hair samples, cast footprints, create a hidden camera and use mobile apps and the internet to help catch the bad guys.
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Suddenly, the girls are back to square one, and time is running out for Mr. Binxley.
Join Ava and Carol in book four of the exciting Ava and Carol Detective Agency series. Children of all ages will enjoy this fast-paced book.
Dognapped showcases Ava and Carol’s investigative and forensic skills as they dust for fingerprints, collect and analyze hair samples, cast footprints, create a hidden camera and use mobile apps and the internet to help catch the bad guys.
Has been shelved dogbook series for girls age 9-12 about dogsdog books age 12books with dogs in themdog books for kidsbook series for girls age 9-12adventure books for girls age 11funny books for girls age 9-12funny books girls 9-12girl mystery seriesAva & Carol Detective Agency fans also love the
The Secret ZooWarriorsDog ManFunjungleGeronimo StiltonUnicorn AcademyThe Unicorn Rescue SocietyThe Curious Cat Spy ClubLeila And Nugget MysterySugar Creek GangGood Night Stories For Rebel GirlsWereworld
102 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 18, 2019
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About the author
Thomas Lockhaven
46 books95 followersSo grateful to have won the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award! Thank you!
You can blame my 7th grade English teacher, Mr. Ownby. I began writing mysteries in middle school, with gripping titles like, The Secret in The Swamp and The Ghost of Hollow Lake—Mr. Ownby, would kindly read them, and then encourage me to keep writing and reading the classics. His words, some day I'll be reading your mysteries with the rest of the world inspired me.
Forty years later, I was able to fulfill my dreams and become a full time writer. When I began writing, I decided that my books would be a safe-haven from the real world. My children's series all have strong messages of perseverance, thinking outside the box, friendship and loyalty. I have a daughter, and as I work through my manuscripts, I always try to imagine what I can say to inspire and entertain at the same time.
For my cozy readers, I spent much of my life traveling to small coastal towns in North Carolina and then later in my life to the coastal towns in New England. I've always loved the idiosyncrasies of the locals, and I've always wanted to bring them to life in a book series. My Coffee House Sleuths stories are just that. And just like my children's books, I endeavor to write stories that are clean, with very little violence and no profanity. I do my best to help people disappear from the craziness of life, even if just for a little while.
I currently live in Boston, but my dream is to move to a small coastal town, stare out over the ocean, and to let the words flow. I have an incredible wife who constantly inspires and encourages me- and an amazing daughter who is my most harsh, but loving critic. As I said earlier, my passion is to write and to continually improve and perfect my craft. For those of you who read my books, I humbly thank you. For those of you who have never read my books, I welcome you with open arms.
You can blame my 7th grade English teacher, Mr. Ownby. I began writing mysteries in middle school, with gripping titles like, The Secret in The Swamp and The Ghost of Hollow Lake—Mr. Ownby, would kindly read them, and then encourage me to keep writing and reading the classics. His words, some day I'll be reading your mysteries with the rest of the world inspired me.
Forty years later, I was able to fulfill my dreams and become a full time writer. When I began writing, I decided that my books would be a safe-haven from the real world. My children's series all have strong messages of perseverance, thinking outside the box, friendship and loyalty. I have a daughter, and as I work through my manuscripts, I always try to imagine what I can say to inspire and entertain at the same time.
For my cozy readers, I spent much of my life traveling to small coastal towns in North Carolina and then later in my life to the coastal towns in New England. I've always loved the idiosyncrasies of the locals, and I've always wanted to bring them to life in a book series. My Coffee House Sleuths stories are just that. And just like my children's books, I endeavor to write stories that are clean, with very little violence and no profanity. I do my best to help people disappear from the craziness of life, even if just for a little while.
I currently live in Boston, but my dream is to move to a small coastal town, stare out over the ocean, and to let the words flow. I have an incredible wife who constantly inspires and encourages me- and an amazing daughter who is my most harsh, but loving critic. As I said earlier, my passion is to write and to continually improve and perfect my craft. For those of you who read my books, I humbly thank you. For those of you who have never read my books, I welcome you with open arms.
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February 28, 2019
Okay, I have to admit this isn't my usual type of read, but I have to admit I thoroughly enjoyed it. Ava and Carol are a dynamic duo and a force of nature. Who would have thought 12 year olds would make good detectives?
In this book they're on the hunt for an award-winning show dog that has been dognapped. The investigation and the way the girls dealt with it made for a cracking read.
Happy I read it and would easily recommend to my friends and for children of all ages.
In this book they're on the hunt for an award-winning show dog that has been dognapped. The investigation and the way the girls dealt with it made for a cracking read.
Happy I read it and would easily recommend to my friends and for children of all ages.
November 19, 2022
Dognapped by Thomas Lockhaven is filled with great insight into how to collect evidence while solving a case.
Will Ava and Carol find Mr. Binxley?
Ava and Carol
Ava and Carol are getting good exposure for their agency by being on television and getting their name out there. These two girls are going to go a long way with their cases. Ava has her skills, which are the people skills of asking them questions and helping them feel at ease. Carol's skills are more of gathering evidence while keeping Ava from going overboard with her questions that might not always involve the case they are working on.
The Mystery
The owner of Mr. Binxley calls Ava and Carol after he sees them on the television since he needs someone to find his dog while putting his case first. The girls set out to figure out who could have stolen Mr. Binxley. I liked how this shows them using investigative skills like we would see on CSI while explaining why they are doing it this way. It was fantastic to learn about certain things like that. Ava and Carol used some excellent skills to figure out this mystery.
Five Stars
Dognapped by Thomas Lockhaven is a fantastic book on its own and I love how they did a lot of technical work that you would find by watching a crime show on the TV like CSI or something like that. With each new story, Mr. Lockhaven proves to himself all the time how well he can write a good mystery for middle graders. Even though this one is the shortest one, it's still great. I like how it seems like part of their handbook but still has a mysterious vibe.
My rating for Dognapped by Thomas Lockhaven is five stars, and I recommend it to all. Mr. Lockhaven has written these books purposely so we can read them in whatever order we want, which is fantastic as that is what I am doing.
Ava & Carol Detective Agency Series
Will Ava and Carol find Mr. Binxley?
Ava and Carol
Ava and Carol are getting good exposure for their agency by being on television and getting their name out there. These two girls are going to go a long way with their cases. Ava has her skills, which are the people skills of asking them questions and helping them feel at ease. Carol's skills are more of gathering evidence while keeping Ava from going overboard with her questions that might not always involve the case they are working on.
The Mystery
The owner of Mr. Binxley calls Ava and Carol after he sees them on the television since he needs someone to find his dog while putting his case first. The girls set out to figure out who could have stolen Mr. Binxley. I liked how this shows them using investigative skills like we would see on CSI while explaining why they are doing it this way. It was fantastic to learn about certain things like that. Ava and Carol used some excellent skills to figure out this mystery.Five Stars
Dognapped by Thomas Lockhaven is a fantastic book on its own and I love how they did a lot of technical work that you would find by watching a crime show on the TV like CSI or something like that. With each new story, Mr. Lockhaven proves to himself all the time how well he can write a good mystery for middle graders. Even though this one is the shortest one, it's still great. I like how it seems like part of their handbook but still has a mysterious vibe.
My rating for Dognapped by Thomas Lockhaven is five stars, and I recommend it to all. Mr. Lockhaven has written these books purposely so we can read them in whatever order we want, which is fantastic as that is what I am doing.
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March 4, 2019
Missing dogs, even ones worth a quarter of a million, are not top priority for the police, whose examination of the crime scene is hence fairly perfunctory. Enter Ava and Carol, whose new crime lab gets quite a work-out as they investigate. It must be said, the person behind the dognapping was unfortunate in their choice of co-conspirator, as otherwise the clever girls would have surely have taken longer to solve the case. However, their intelligence and earnestness is quite impressive and they show sense in calling for back-up at the right time. It is also a good lesson in that solving the case is not enough. You need evidence, and the girls have become quite skilled at gathering it. Also, their use of current technology is exemplary. A very interesting short crime investigation tale.
March 5, 2019
Ava and Carol are slowly getting used to detective work and seem to forget they are only 12 year old.
When a price-winning dog gets dog-napped they are on the case, as the police is - in their opinion- not putting enough effort into looking for it.
Like in their other adventures, they get quite a work-out and some advnture to boot.
A good story for early teenagers and those above who enjoy children's literature.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
When a price-winning dog gets dog-napped they are on the case, as the police is - in their opinion- not putting enough effort into looking for it.
Like in their other adventures, they get quite a work-out and some advnture to boot.
A good story for early teenagers and those above who enjoy children's literature.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 22, 2020
A dog is taken who is famous and they decide to try to find out who took him before getting him back. They may be young but they will work hard to find him. They follow the clues they have found but they end back where they started. Can they find more clues? Can they find who is behind it? Will they find him? Follow them and see if they can recover him
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 22, 2020
Ava and Carol may be girl detectives, but they seem to be great with using technology to help solve their latest crime challenge: a missing dog
A pivotal clue significantly changes the course of their investigation
The intensity and cleverness these young ladies use belies their young ages
Action and adventure packed young people chapter books with amazing and lively characters
A pivotal clue significantly changes the course of their investigation
The intensity and cleverness these young ladies use belies their young ages
Action and adventure packed young people chapter books with amazing and lively characters
September 12, 2019
Great Detective Story for Girls!
As the previous stories of this series highly entertaining and enjoyable to read together with my daughter. Just waiting for the next one to be published!
As the previous stories of this series highly entertaining and enjoyable to read together with my daughter. Just waiting for the next one to be published!
November 10, 2023
Another super fun mystery for Ava and Carol. I enjoyed that they touched on how to vary routines to make it harder to be targeted. These girls are creative thinkers and it is fun to experience the way their minds work. This was fun to read and I greatly enjoyed it!
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