THE CASE OF WINDY LAKE The Mighty Muskrats, Book 1

Kaniehtiio Horn narrates this middle-grade mystery in an engaging tone and a textured voice that welcome listeners to the fictional Windy Lake First Nation. Close cousins Chickadee, Otter, Sam, and Atim are known as the Mighty Muskrats. Horn conveys their teasing friendship and enthusiasm for solving mysteries that pop up in their community. When they learn that a visiting archaeologist has gone missing, they use their knowledge of technology, guidance from their elders, and knowledge of the land to help solve the case. Horn brings each community member to life, including the kids' thoughtful grandfather and their bold cousin who is protesting a longstanding mining operation. The story begins a series that will appeal to young listeners who are looking for adventurous contemporary mysteries. E.E.C. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine [Published: JANUARY 2022]