Book Series · 4 Books

Chasing Vermeer Books

In order from Chasing Vermeer to Pieces and Players.

The Chasing Vermeer series is a set of 4 chapter books by Blue Balliett, published between 2004 and 2015. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 350 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$858

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2004

Chasing Vermeer

By Blue Balliett, Brett Helquist (Illustrator)

A vanished painting, a tangled mystery—can two kids solve the unsolvable?

273 pages· 43,472 words· Est. 5 hour read

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Summary: Petra and Calder are thrust into a whirlwind of intrigue when a Vermeer painting vanishes. As they unravel a web of strange events and cryptic clues, they must outsmart an art thief and navigate a maze of suspicion. With an eccentric ally and their wits as their only tools, can they crack a case that baffles even the FBI? Dive into a world where every detail matters and nothing is as it seems.

The complete set

Chasing Vermeer Series

4 books · Published 2004–2015

Series

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$858

Chasing Vermeer

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2004

A vanished painting, a tangled mystery—can two kids solve the unsolvable?

Series

Sale price

$858

The Wright 3

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2006

Unexplained accidents haunt Robie House. Can young sleuths solve the mystery?

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$1139

The Calder Game

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2008

A boy and a sculpture vanish in a village full of secrets.

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$858

Pieces and Players

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Thirteen priceless artworks vanish. Can young sleuths unravel the mystery before it's too late?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Chasing Vermeer series?

There are 4 books in the Chasing Vermeer series. It began with Chasing Vermeer in 2004, and the newest book, Pieces and Players, was published in 2015.