Fall is the perfect time for adults and kids alike to curl up with a good mystery. Today I'm sharing a new one for upper elementary and middle-grade readers, Quagmire by Sam Campbell. With its engaging mystery, contemporary setting, and heartwarming story, this book is sure to appeal to fans of realistic fiction and beloved stories like Because of Winn-Dixie. If you enjoy books that combine friendship, family, and a touch of magic and mystery, Quagmire sounds like a wonderful choice for a cozy fall read.
Learn More About the Book:
Quagmire
Written by Sam Campbell
Ages: 8–12 | 179 Pages
Publisher: Independently Published (2026) | ISBN-13: 979-8197255112
Publisher's Book Summary: "Cooper Knox joined the Gator Island Public Library's weekly book club to get his mind off his parents selling his late grandfather's motel—not help solve a missing persons case.
But old Mr. O'Malley has become a dear friend, so when the local news reveals his boat washed ashore unoccupied, Cooper's determined to find his fellow club member. The only clue? A crude map left behind by Mr. O'Malley.
As summer days grow hotter on Gator Island, twelve-year-old Cooper, along with Mr. O'Malley's granddaughter, Penny, navigate the winding canals and marshes in hopes of finding the missing bookworm. But following the map also means plunging into the Dark Swamp, where a legendary monster is said to be lurking….
Can Cooper find Mr. O'Malley AND save Pops' motel before it's too late? "This novel is perfect for third or fourth graders looking for contemporary realism with a dash of mystery and endearingly quirky characters." —Kirkus Reviews"
You can purchase your own copy of Quagmire at Bookshop and Amazon. Also, to learn more about Sam Campbell, visit his website and connect with him on Instagram.
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