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Chet Gecko Books

In order from The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse to The Possum Always Rings Twice.

The Chet Gecko series is a set of 5 chapter books by Bruce Hale, published between 2000 and 2006. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 120 pages.

The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse
The Mystery of Mr. Nice
Farewell, My Lunchbag
The Malted Falcon
The Possum Always Rings Twice
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2000

The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse

A missing brother, a sinister plot, and a hungry detective. Can Chet solve the mystery in time?

128 pages· 13,209 words· Est. 2 hour read
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In reading order

Chet Gecko Series

5 books · Published 2000–2006

#2
The Mystery of Mr. Nice
#2 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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The Mystery of Mr. Nice

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2000

A lizard detective uncovers a mystery when a mean principal suddenly turns nice.

#7
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The Malted Falcon

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2003

A detective duo uncovers school secrets and hunts for a missing dessert ticket.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Chet Gecko series?

There are 5 books in the Chet Gecko series. It began with The Mystery of Mr. Nice in 2000, and the newest book, The Possum Always Rings Twice, was published in 2006.

What order should you read the Chet Gecko books in?

Start with The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #5.

What ages are the Chet Gecko books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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