Thief Strikes!: A Branches Book (Hilde Cracks the Case #6)

The Hilde Cracks the Case series is a thrilling early chapter book series that follows real-life crime reporter Hilde Lysiak as she solves mysteries in her town.

In the sixth book, tomato plants are stolen from a local garden, and Hilde must catch the thief fast! But when she and her sister Izzy interview witnesses, they discover something strange: people all around town are getting sick! Can this real-life reporter get to the ROOT of these two mysteries? With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, this series is perfect for newly independent readers looking to build their reading confidence and stamina.

Joanne Lew-Vriethoff's personality-filled illustrations bring Hilde's adventures to life, making this series a must-read for young readers!