Dead Men Don't Walk

This chapter book follows Dusting, a boy convinced he's psychic, as he embarks on a gold-hunting business with his friends Thesaurus and Millicent. Their initial attempts, including a late-night dig at a creepy neighbor's house and a school camping trip, are filled with humorous mishaps. The plot thickens when they stumble upon a mysterious bag of money, leading to a series of increasingly comical yet suspenseful events. Max Dann masterfully blends adventure, humor, and a touch of mystery, making it an engaging read for children aged 4-11. It's a story about friendship, believing in oneself, and navigating unexpected dilemmas, all wrapped in a lighthearted tone.

Dusting thinks he is psychic and knows where to find buried gold. When a late-night dig at a creepy neighbour's place doesn't reveal any, he goes into partnership with Thesaurus and Millicent, and uses a school camping trip to start the business of gold hunting in earnest. But nothing is straightforward with this bunch, and when they accidentally come into possession of a paper bag full of money, things take a sinister turn, in a hilarious sort of way.