Platypus Police Squad: The Ostrich Conspiracy

Jarrett J. Krosoczka is back with The Ostrich Conspiracy, the second installment in a fast-paced, action-packed, and hilarious middle-grade series featuring two platypus detectives, perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Big Nate, and Lunch Lady.

The opening of the Kalamazoo City Dome—the world's largest indoor amusement complex—has everyone in the city buzzing, especially because it's going to be the shooting site for Chase Mercy's new blockbuster film. But that's when things start to go haywire. Who would want to sabotage the Dome, and why? Detectives Rick Zengo and Corey O'Malley are on the case!

From the files of the Platypus Police Squad

Case #1644
Detectives of record: Rick Zengo and Corey O'Malley

Case brief: The opening of the Kalamazoo City Dome—the world's largest indoor/outdoor amusement complex—has everyone in the city buzzing, especially because it's going to be the shooting site for Chase Mercy's new blockbuster film. But that's when things start to go haywire, and Mayor Saunders suspects foul play. Who would want to sabotage the Dome, and why?

“Krosoczka’s copious use of spot art pulls the story along (not that the lightning-fast plot needs the help), while the tongue-in-cheek appropriation of the tropes of whodunits make this a catch for kids who will want to crack the case alongside Zengo.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, about Platypus Police Squad: The Frog Who Croaked

“Burgeoning with detective clichés, affable characters, and lots of cartoon art, the book will be popular with Krosoczka’s fans and amateur sleuths not ready for a darker thriller.” - School Library Journal, about Platypus Police Squad: The Frog Who Croaked

“These duck-billed detectives really deliver!” - Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants