The Cousins' Detective Agency: The Day the Game Paused
What starts as a frozen video game turns into a mystery no one expected.
When cousins Peanut (Parker) and Little Bit (Fernanda) discover that a mysterious signal is interfering with Peanut's Nintendo Switch, their curiosity kicks into high gear. Following clues through their grandparents' backyard, across a fence, and into the quiet corners of their neighborhood, the cousins uncover more than a technical glitch-they uncover a secret.
With the help of an unlikely ally, a grouchy neighbor who isn't as grouchy as he seems, the cousins discover that the signal is being used by a runaway teen just trying to figure out where he belongs. What begins as a mystery becomes something deeper: a lesson about teamwork, empathy, and noticing the people around us.
Guided by their wise and loving grandparents-and armed with curiosity, logic, and heart-Peanut and Little Bit realize they're better together than apart.
By the end of their first case, one thing is clear:
This won't be their last mystery.
Perfect for readers ages 9-14, The Cousins' Detective Agency: The Day the Game Paused is a warm, modern mystery about family, problem-solving, and finding connection in unexpected places.