This is a humorous and adventurous story about two unlikely friends, a gecko and a sticky note, who go on a quest.
Author
Wendelin Van Draanen
33 books in the catalog
Wendelin Van Draanen has 33 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly adventure, humor and detective. The titles we've reviewed span 1997 to 2022.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 8–17, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Young detective Sammy Keyes investigates a mysterious curse plaguing her town, involving a peculiar woman and a series of strange events.
In a dystopian society where emotions are suppressed, a young woman discovers a hidden rebellion and a forbidden love that could change everything.
A talented runner overcomes a devastating injury to pursue her dreams with the help of her twin sister.
Two high school students, a popular girl and a quiet boy, swap bodies and must navigate each other's lives.
In this contemporary story, a young girl named CJ navigates family dynamics and personal growth during a summer spent on her grandparents' farm.
Lincoln Jones, a seemingly ordinary boy, discovers he has extraordinary abilities and must protect his town from a hidden threat.
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Sammy Keyes investigates a series of spooky events and mysterious skulls in her town.
A young girl named Maya discovers a magical potion that grants her extraordinary abilities, leading her on a series of exciting adventures.
Gecko and Sticky must rescue their friend from a villain's lair, facing comical challenges along the way.
Sammy Keyes, a curious and resourceful middle schooler, investigates a series of strange events and a potential theft at her school.
This book follows a teenage girl's humorous and often awkward journey through first kisses and romantic entanglements.
Sammy Keyes, a resourceful middle schooler, investigates a series of strange occurrences and missing items at her grandmother's house.
Cameron, a tech-savvy kid, creates an alter ego named Shredderman to fight bullies online and in school.
A young girl named Hannah runs away from home after a fight with her parents, seeking independence and a new life.
Sammy Keyes investigates a series of strange events and a potential crime at her grandmother's house.
A young girl named Maya infiltrates a spy organization, facing dangerous missions and uncovering secrets.
Meet the Gecko follows the adventures of a young boy named Leo and his unusual pet gecko.
Sammy Keyes navigates the challenges of a new school and a secret identity as a crime solver. She must balance her normal life with her detective work.
Sammy Keyes investigates a series of graffiti incidents, leading her to uncover a larger mystery involving a talented but troubled artist. She uses her detective skills to solve the case.
Sammy Keyes investigates a series of strange events at her school, including a missing prize.
Two siblings, Finn and Phoebe, investigate a series of mysterious events and a missing artifact in their town.
Young detective Sammy Keyes investigates a mystery involving a group of nuns at a boarding school.
Sammy Keyes, a resourceful middle schooler, investigates a series of art thefts and discovers a complex deception. She uses her wit and observation skills to uncover the truth.
A young girl named Billie Jo navigates life in rural Oklahoma during the Dust Bowl, facing family struggles, personal challenges, and the harsh realities of her environment.
Sammy Keyes, a resourceful middle schooler, investigates a series of mysterious events at a summer camp.
Sammy Keyes, a resourceful middle schooler, investigates a mysterious mummy at a Hollywood movie studio.
Young detective Sammy Keyes investigates a series of mysterious events at a grand hotel during her summer vacation.
A mystery novel where a young detective investigates a series of strange occurrences at a girls' boarding school.
Sammy Keyes, a resourceful middle schooler, investigates a mysterious elf who seems to be causing trouble in her neighborhood.
Young detective Sammy Keyes investigates a series of strange occurrences at a desert camp, including a mysterious 'Skeleton Man'.
A young girl named Sarah Jane recounts her experiences and observations as she navigates adolescence and family life.
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