Detective LaRue
Picture Book · 2004

Detective LaRue

A dog writes letters from jail about a cat mix-up.

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Ike, a witty dog, finds himself behind bars due to a hilarious misunderstanding involving missing cats. Through a series of comical letters, he recounts his misadventures and attempts to clear his name. Can Ike unravel the feline fiasco and regain his freedom, or will he remain a victim of mistaken identity? Dive into this charming tale of canine correspondence and unexpected twists.

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Picture
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Books about catsBooks about dogsBooks about mystery and detective work
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First published
September 1, 2004
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Language
English
Type
Picture Book
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ISBN
9780545347273

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