Is Your Child a Budding Detective? Unleash Their Inner Sherlock with Dead Man's Hand
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RALEIGH, N.C. - ncarol.com -- First published by Zonderkidz, this Middle-Grade novel is a prestigious Selah Award winner.

Trapped in a livery stable with the infamous outlaw Jesse James, Nick is mesmerized by a gunfight film projected onto the wall—only to see the outlaw whirl, aim, and vanish in a dramatic flourish. It's a masterful performance until Nick inspects the hayloft and discovers the bullet-riddled body of someone playing the part of Billy the Kid.

"This is an authentic old west ghost town,"  Sheriff Wyatt Earp explains. "Around these parts the dead don't stay dead."

Soon, Nick is on the run, desperately trying to distinguish fact from fiction and real danger from mere illusion. Navigating abandoned gold mines, forbidden buffalo hunting grounds, and the treacherous Rattlesnake Gulch, he encounters clues and suspects at every turn.

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As Nick races to solve the mystery before his family leaves Deadwood, he uncovers haunting truths about souls, spirits, and the destiny of those who die. To solve the case Nick uses his detective skills while at the same time debunking the 'ghost' and "ghost town" myth. Will Nick crack the case in time, or will the town's desperate need for tourists bury the truth forever?

Parents can trust Dead Man's Hand to provide clean, engaging, and suspenseful entertainment for middle-grade readers and up. This book, part of the Caden Chronicles series, blends Christian themes with a  supernatural mystery, making it a safe and captivating read. Nick, a clever young detective inspired by old police and detective shows, tackles myths about werewolves, zombies, ghosts, and vampires while solving cases that keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Perfect for fans of teen chapter books, mystery books for kids, and young adult paranormal stories, Dead Man's Hand is an exciting mix of fantasy, mystery, and Christian fiction. It's ideal for boys and girls who love secrets, suspense, and supernatural adventures.

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Whether your child enjoys supernatural fiction, teen Christian fiction, or young adult fantasy, this book delivers a thrilling, clean, and parent-approved reading experience. Dead Man's Hand is a must-have for any young reader who loves a good mystery and adventure.

For more information, visit https://eddiejones.org/books/dead-mans-hand/  or purchase Dead Low Tide on Amazon.  https://www.amazon.com/dp/1938499832/