The Mystery In New York (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) (Boxcar Children Special) [School & Library Binding]

Gertrude C. Warner (Author), Charles Tang (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 1999 | Age Level: 7 and up | Grade Level: 2 and up | Series: Boxcar Children Special (Book 13)

THIS EDITION IS INTENDED FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. While visiting a friend in New York City, the Aldens investigate the theft of a valuable diamond.

Editorial Reviews

From the Inside Flap

The Aldens are sight-seeing in New York City. But before the end of their very first day in the city someone steals the priceless Elizabeth Star Diamond from their friend. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Gertrude Chandler Warner was born in Putnam, Connecticut, on April 16, 1890, to Edgar and Jane Warner. Her family included a sister, Frances, and a brother, John. From the age of five, she dreamed of becoming an author. She wrote stories for her Grandfather Carpenter, and each Christmas she gave him one of these stories as a gift. Today, Ms. Warner is best remembered as the author of The Boxcar Children Mysteries. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 7 and up
  
• School & Library Binding: 121 pages
• Publisher: Turtleback (October 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0613220560
• ISBN-13: 978-0613220569
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,526,718 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Gertrude Chandler Warner was born in Putnam, Connecticut, on April 16, 1890, to Edgar and Jane Warner. Her family included a sister, Frances, and a brother, John. From the age of five, she dreamed of becoming an author. She wrote stories for her Grandfather Carpenter, and each Christmas she gave him one of these stories as a gift. Today, Ms. Warner is best remembered as the author of The Boxcar Children Mysteries.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book with an unexpected plot!, April 10, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Mystery in New York (The Boxcar Children Special, No. 13) (Paperback)

Probably the best Boxcar Children book I have read! When theAldens travel to New York City they befriend wealthy Mr. Pound. Heshows them his enormous and expensive diamond, the Elizabeth Star. But no sooner do they see it, it disappears into thin air. Follow them around as they chase their suspects through New York.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book!, December 27, 2000

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Mystery in New York (The Boxcar Children Special, No. 13) (Paperback)

This was a great book like all the other boxcar children books. I started to bite my nails reading when I was halfway through. It kept me up all night long. A+!