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Trouble at Turtle Pond Paperback – April 5, 2022

by Diana Renn (Author)
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When eleven-year-old Miles moves to Marsh Hollow, he’s desperate for a fresh start. At his last school, his ADHD-related challenges earned him a reputation as a troublemaker and cost him his friends, especially after he lost a beloved class pet. With just one chance to make a first impression, “Mayhem Miles” is determined to do something great in this town. Like solving a mystery. After witnessing people burying something in his neighbor’s backyard one night, he’s sure there’s trouble—and this time, it’s not his fault. When his other neighbor, Pia, invites him to join the Backyard Rangers to help protect endangered turtles at the pond behind his house, Miles knows this is his chance to investigate. He stumbles on clues that point to wildlife poaching. Sabotaged turtle traps, stolen eggs, and kidnapped hatchlings put the fragile turtle population at risk. Miles and Pia recruit two more Backyard Rangers to help track a string of suspects, including an obsessive gardener, an eccentric pet shop owner, and the town bully and his drifter uncle. Then the rangers start receiving threatening messages, and an unexpected twist turns suspicion back on Miles. Has his reputation for trouble followed him all the way to Marsh Hollow? It’s up to Miles to convince his new friends that he’s not who they think he is, and to stop the turtle crimes before more turtles—and people—get hurt. A friendship-centered eco-mystery, Trouble at Turtle Pond celebrates citizen science, activist kids, and the power of paying attention.
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  1. Reading age
    9 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    257 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    4 - 7
  5. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.7 x 8.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    Fitzroy Books
  7. Publication date
    April 5, 2022
  8. ISBN-10
    1646032276
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1646032273
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"I was drawn into Miles’s story right away, and happily followed him throughout his adventure as he navigated fresh starts, new friendships, and vanishing turtles. An engaging mystery, Trouble At Turtle Pond stars a compassionate character who does the right thing even when it’s difficult and fights to protect those who can’t protect themselves." —Lynne Kelly, author of Song For a Whale

"This book will make you stand up for turtles! I loved this story of friendship, self-reliance, and the meaning of becoming a good steward to all the creatures on our fragile planet. Bonus: A gripping mystery will keep you guessing!" —Leslie Connor, National Book Award finalist, and author of A Home for Goddesses and Dogs

Fans of Carl Hiaasen’s Hoot will get lost in the fun antics and genuine nature of ‘Mayhem Miles,’ and they’ll revel in the adventures of the Backyard Rangers. Diana Renn brings a fresh new voice to middle-grade with Trouble at Turtle Pond, a story full of mystery, citizen science, and a whole lot of heart." —Fleur Bradley, author of Midnight at the Barclay Hotel (Viking/Penguin Random House)
 

"Nothing about this fun, fast-paced mystery moved at a turtle’s pace! Trouble at Turtle Pond is a truly intriguing read for young animal lovers and detectives everywhere!" —Taryn Souders, author of Edgar-nominated Coop Knows the Scoop
 

"Miles and Pia are such endearing young citizen scientists! I adored their big, caring hearts -- and loved exploring and clue-seeking around the turtle pond with them. A sure hit for kids interested in wildlife -- and for all of us who find our stride on nature trails." —Sally J. Pla, award-winning author of The Someday Birds

About the Author

Diana Renn is the author of three young adult mysteries set in other countries: TOKYO HEIST, LATITUDE ZERO (a Junior Library Guild Selection), and BLUE VOYAGE (a Massachusetts Book Award “Must-Read”). She enjoyed doing research for this book a little closer to home. Diana lives with her family in a town outside of Boston, in a neighborhood filled with wildlife—including turtles. Visit her online at www.dianarennbooks.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Fitzroy Books (April 5, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 257 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1646032276
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1646032273
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.7 x 8.5 inches
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Diana Renn

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Diana Renn writes mysteries for readers of all ages. Her young adult novels, all published by Viking / Penguin, include TOKYO HEIST, LATITUDE ZERO and BLUE VOYAGE. Her adult title, FALSE IDOLS, was written in collaboration with Lisa Klink and Patrick Lohier and published in digital and audio serialization by Realm (formerly Serial Box) and in paperback by Adaptive Studios. Her newest book, TROUBLE AT TURTLE POND, is a middle grade eco-mystery published by Fitzroy Books / Regal House; it was named a 2023 Honor Book in the Green Earth Book Awards and a 2023 Children's Book Council Librarian Favorites winner. Her next "Backyard Rangers" book for middle grade readers, THE OWL PROWL MYSTERY, comes out in 2024. A nonfiction writer as well, Diana received a 2022 Massachusetts Cultural Council Fellowship Award as a creative nonfiction finalist an essay collection in progress. Her essays and short stories have appeared in numerous journals and magazines, including Publisher's Weekly, The Huffington Post, WBUR's Cognoscenti, Pangyrus, Flyway Journal of Writing and Environment, Brain Child, The Writer, Writer's Digest, YARN (Young Adult Review Network), The Indiana Review, and more. Diana lives outside of Boston, works as an editor and book coach, serves as a Mentor at Creature Conserve, and teaches writing at Grub Street. You can learn more about Diana at www.dianarennbooks.com or connect with her on Twitter (@dianarenn) or on Instagram (@dianarennbooks).

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LB Schneider
5.0 out of 5 stars Great character-driven mystery
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2023
This well-written middle-grade mystery has the perfect blend of an engaging protagonist, an engrossing plot, and a satisfying conclusion that may even require a Kleenex or two. Perfect for fans of Carl Hiaasen's eco-mysteries and Melanie Conklin's A Perfect Mistake.
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BklynGal
5.0 out of 5 stars Well-written and engaging
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2023
A sweet story about a young boy (~10) who is trying to manage his impulsive behavior as he works at making friends in his new neighborhood. Miles’s new home is next to a pond that is home to Blanding’s turtle, an endangered species. As evidence builds that someone is poaching these turtles and their eggs for the pet trade, Miles bonds with his young neighbors as they dedicate themselves to protecting the turtles. This middle-grade eco-mystery is a well-written and engaging story of growth and friendship that also teaches some basic turtle and conservation biology.
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M. Sullivan
5.0 out of 5 stars MG Mystery with a Green Heart
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2022
In beautiful, direct prose, Renn tells the story of 11-year old Miles who has ADHD and is addicted to video games—that is, until his family moves and he finds a new mission to save the turtles of Turtle Pond in a book with heart and soul that will keep you turning the pages (and though it has an important message about the earth, it never comes across as didactic). When he starts looking closely at the world around him, he finds friendship and meaning and his own magnetic powers and takes risks to challenge himself and push the boundaries of comfort to overcome his fears—and save the turtles! I highly recommend this superb MG book for all ages (but especially 9-12 year olds) and as a family read.
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Frank Morelli
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating Eco-mystery!
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2022
Diana Renn's middle grade debut, Trouble at Turtle Pond, had me hooked from page one, which isn't surprising for a story lead by a protagonist in "Mayhem Miles" who simply jumps off the page and right into your living room. When eleven-year-old Miles moves to Marsh Hollow, he wants nothing more than to leave his troubling reputation behind. He quickly befriends his neighbor Pia who helps him reignite his love of the animal kingdom and motivates him to become an eco warrior in an animated group of young, ecological activists known as the Backyard Rangers. When the endangered turtles in the pond behind his house start to decline, Miles and his new friends spring into action, working together to try to solve the mystery of the missing turtle eggs before it's too late. A heartwarming tale that highlights forgiveness, the bonds of friendship, our inextricable ties to nature, and a captivating mystery arc, Diana Renn's Trouble at Turtle Pond is a middle grade novel you'll definitely want on your bookshelf!
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E.D.
5.0 out of 5 stars A Well-Researched Eco-Mystery for Middle Graders
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2022
You will have no trouble falling in love with Miles and his detective friends in Diana Renn’s eco-mystery, TROUBLE AT TURTLE POND! What an earnest, undeterred protagonist, who will do anything to save local Blandings turtles from poachers. My favorite thing is the way Miles communicates with the turtles through mind messaging—it’s so endearing. The stakes stay high, with twists and threats and dangerous confrontations. Give this one to young naturalists, animal lovers, and mystery readers!
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kimberly
5.0 out of 5 stars Must-read MG!
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2022
Diana Renn has crafted a well-paced middle-grade mystery with heart and humor. Multi-faceted characters must accept each other's differences as they learn to work as a team to save the turtles. Miles, Pia, and the Rangers are a force to be reckoned with, and they're sure to inspire readers to stand up for their own beliefs. Kids will love this book, and so will their teachers who will be drawn to its many curricular connections and overall story appeal.
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Sandra Waugh
5.0 out of 5 stars Eco-conscious mystery
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2022
An engaging eco-conscious, heart-warming mystery with a cast of young sleuths (and turtles!). Oh the world waiting to be discovered in your own backyard...
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