The Calder Game

The Calder Game by Blue Balliett, published by Scholastic Inc. in 2008, is a first edition novel comprising 379 pages. This engaging story reunites readers with Petra, Calder, and Tommy, the trio of young sleuths from previous works, as they embark on a new adventure filled with mystery and intrigue. When Calder travels to a remote village in England with his father, he encounters an unexpected Alexander Calder sculpture that draws his attention, setting off a series of events that lead to both the boy and the sculpture mysteriously disappearing.

In this narrative, Calder’s friends, Petra and Tommy, rush to assist in the search, uncovering a complex web of clues and challenges along the way. The plot intertwines elements of art and detective work, as the characters navigate the labyrinthine twists of the mystery. The story explores themes of friendship and the unexpected connections between people and places, all while maintaining a focus on the captivating world of art. Readers will find themselves immersed in a tale that combines juvenile fiction with elements of mystery, making it a thoughtful addition to the genre.