Under the Big Top

Jack Daniels is only eight years old when his world turns upside down. His parents vanish overnight, leaving behind a shocking note: they kidnapped him years ago—and they’re running from the law. Suddenly Jack is alone with a secret worth millions—a hidden collection of legendary baseball cards—and a small town filling with police cars, FBI agents, and questions no kid should have to answer.Taken in by his kind teacher, Miss Day, Jack tries to be a normal third grader while a murder investigation unfolds in his own backyard. But the criminals who raised him haven’t forgotten about the missing treasure, and they’re planning to come back for what’s theirs.From tree-top forts and school hallways to shadowy plots reaching far beyond Sweetwater, Jack must decide who he can trust and what family really means. Under the Big Top is a clean middle-grade suspense adventure filled with mystery, heart, baseball lore, and a hero readers will cheer for until the final page. Read more