If you have a kid who would live at the ballpark if they could, this is your secret weapon. It’s the first book in the Ballpark Mysteries series, and it does exactly what it says on the tin: provides a clean, engaging mystery set in one of the most iconic spots in sports.

It isn't high literature, but it doesn't need to be. It’s an effective 'bridge' book that builds confidence in young readers by mixing a familiar subject (baseball) with a predictable but satisfying mystery structure. It’s wholesome, informative, and a great way to sneak some literacy practice into a sports-obsessed household.