Hero Dog!: A Branches Book (Hilde Cracks the Case #1) (1)

The Hilde Cracks the Case series is a thrilling early chapter book mystery series that follows the adventures of 9-year-old crime reporter Hilde Lysiak as she solves real-life mysteries in her small town.

With easy-to-read text and high-interest content, these books are perfect for newly independent readers looking to build their reading confidence and stamina.

Joanne Lew-Vriethoff's personality-filled illustrations appear on every page, bringing Hilde's adventures to life and making the series a must-read for young readers.

In the first book of the series, Hilde and her sister/photographer Izzy investigate a break-in on Orange Street, where cupcakes have been stolen and soon a pie goes missing too.

Can Hilde crack the case in time to post her news story online? With praise from reviewers calling this series "sure to win over readers" and "a solid addition to most chapter book collections," the Hilde Cracks the Case series is not to be missed!