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In this book, readers meet Reen, a young tree-climbing sleuth. Reen still dreams of fame after she and her cousin helped solve a mystery. Nonetheless, readers learn that Reen’s dreams of fame never quite come true. Instead, she embarks on a new, mysterious journey—a treasure hunt. The treasure hunt’s rules are very clear: teams must consist of youths under the age of eighteen; each team must register with the treasure hunt committee; if the team thinks they’ve found the treasure, they must present their location to the treasure hunt committee in writing; the treasure will remain hidden if no one finds it. Readers share Reen’s excitement as the treasure hunt begins, and their excitement grows as they join the R&J Detective Agency on their adventure. By the book’s end, readers of all ages have learned that sometimes the greatest treasure is not necessarily material, but rather the things they have learned along the way and the people with whom they have spent time.
Reen is a fun character who will inspire young readers to pursue adventures of their own. Her humor and keen insights quickly engage readers of all ages. At the same time, the book also advocates for young readers to become lifelong learners. This is exemplified through the character of Reen’s father. He continually encourages Reen to learn new things and new words and to pursue new paths. Thus, each and every new learning experience he poses for her and the others becomes a new adventure. In a time when many students lack interest in school and learning, a character like Reen can inspire young readers to embrace the joys of learning about a wide variety of topics. This book is a fun and fast-paced read, leaving readers hoping they can join Reen again on another quest.