The Green Tent Mystery at Sugar Creek

Name: The Green Tent Mystery at Sugar Creek
Author: Paul Hutchens

By Paul Hutchens

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A first-person account follows a group of neighborhood boys who, on a dark summer night, discover someone digging in an abandoned cemetery by lantern light and witness odd signals like nocturnal birdcalls and a speeding car. Their fear, curiosity, and boyish daring push them to investigate the scene, weigh risks, and follow emerging clues. The narrative combines suspenseful episodes, rustic small-town detail, and youthful camaraderie, presenting a sequence of informal adventures that emphasize resourcefulness, moral choices, and the thrill of solving a local mystery.

About the Author

Paul Hutchens

Paul Hutchens was an American author best known for his children's series, The Sugar Creek Gang. This series, which includes titles such as "North Woods Manhunt" and "Shenanigans at Sugar Creek," features a group of young friends who embark on various adventures, often infused with themes of friendship, morality, and the outdoors. Hutchens' engaging storytelling and relatable characters have made his works enduring favorites among young readers. His ability to weave excitement with valuable life lessons has contributed to the lasting appeal of the Sugar Creek Gang stories.