Book Series · 12 Books

American Girl Mysteries Books

In order from Hoofbeats of Danger to The Showstopper. Part of American Girl.

The American Girl Mysteries series is a set of 12 chapter books by Elizabeth McDavid Jones, published between 1999 and 2018. Written for ages 8–14, most books run about 170 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$995

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1999

Hoofbeats of Danger

By Holly Hughes

A girl seeks justice for her poisoned pony in 1860's wild frontier.

130 pages· 27,405 words· Est. 3 hour read

Hardcover

Summary: In 1860, young Annie faces a daunting challenge when her beloved pony is poisoned. Teaming up with Pony Express rider Billy Cody, she embarks on a perilous quest to uncover the saboteur. As danger looms at every turn, Annie's courage and determination are tested. Can she solve the mystery and save her pony before it's too late? This thrilling tale of bravery and intrigue will keep you guessing until the very end.

The complete set

American Girl Mysteries Series

12 books · Published 1999–2018

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$995

Hoofbeats of Danger

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1999

A girl seeks justice for her poisoned pony in 1860's wild frontier.

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$674

The Smuggler's Treasure

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1999

A girl seeks a smuggler's treasure to save her father during the War of 1812.

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$695

Mystery at Chilkoot Pass

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2002

A young girl hunts a thief during the Klondike gold rush.

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$3477

Ghost Light on Graveyard Shoal

Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2003

Mysterious shipwrecks plague an island. Is someone behind them?

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$695

A Spy on the Home Front

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2005

Two girls race to clear a friend's name amid wartime suspicion.

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$695

Danger at the Zoo

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2005

A young reporter uncovers a mystery at the zoo's monkey house. Can she crack the case?

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$695

The Silent Stranger

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2005

A silent stranger's arrival threatens a village's peace. Can Kaya uncover her secrets before it's too late?

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$695

Peril at King's Creek

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2006

A young girl fears for her horse as British soldiers threaten her home in 1776.

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$1095

The Crystal Ball

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2012

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$695

Traitor in the Shipyard

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2013

A spy threatens Sackets Harbor. Can Caroline uncover the traitor?

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$999

The Glowing Heart

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2016

A ruby ring brings chaos. Can Josefina uncover its mystery?

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$958

The Showstopper

Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2018

Mysterious accidents threaten a Broadway starlet. Can Rebecca uncover the truth?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the American Girl Mysteries series?

There are 12 books in the American Girl Mysteries series. It began with Hoofbeats of Danger in 1999, and the newest book, The Showstopper, was published in 2018.