"Detective-journalists" Truman Capote, age seven, and Harper Lee, age six, become embroiled in a small-town mystery in 1930s Monroeville, Alabama. Author's note, with photographs of Truman Capote and Harper Lee.
Topics Truman Capote (1924-1984). Harper Lee (1926-2016). Friendship. Mystery and detective stories. Monroeville, Alabama.
Lexile 690L
Trim Size 5 1/2" x 8 1/4"
JLG Span Spring
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2016-02-29
JLG Release Date Jun 2016
Minimum grade 3
Maximum grade 5
Reading level Elementary
Format Print
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