The King of Pawleys

In "The King of Pawleys," ten-year-old Peter expects a routine family beach vacation on Pawleys Island, a place he knows well. However, his first night is disrupted by a brutal fight he witnesses, plunging him into an unexpected mystery. Peter must use his wits and courage to investigate the incident and identify the "bad guy" before further trouble erupts. This engaging middle-grade novel combines a familiar vacation setting with a thrilling whodunit, perfect for young readers who enjoy solving puzzles and a bit of suspense. It subtly explores themes of bravery, curiosity, and the unexpected challenges that can arise even in familiar places.

When ten-year-old Peter arrives at the beach for his week-long vacation, he pretty much knows what to expect. After all, his family has been coming to Pawleys Island for as long as any of them remember, so he quickly settles into their normal routine. But that routine is shattered in a flash when he witnesses a brutal fight in the middle of his first night there. Before he knows it, Peter is swept into a wild adventure that will test everything he thought he knew about this tiny coastal town as he races to discover who caused the fight . . . before the bad guy strikes again!