Book Series · 2 Books

Mo & Dale Mystery Books

In order from Three Times Lucky to The Ghosts of Tupelo Landing.

The Mo & Dale Mystery series is a set of 2 chapter books by Sheila Turnage, published between 2012 and 2014. Written for ages 9–13, most books run about 370 pages. Subjects across the series include rural living, solving crimes, and non-traditional families.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$958

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2012

Three Times Lucky

By Sheila Turnage

A girl and her friend investigate a murder to protect their makeshift family in a small town.

312 pages· 62,211 words· Est. 7 hour read

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Summary: In the quirky town of Tupelo Landing, young Mo LoBeau, who washed ashore during a hurricane, is determined to uncover the truth behind a murder. With her best friend Dale, she dives into a mystery that threatens the only family she's ever known: the enigmatic Colonel and the vibrant Miss Lana. As secrets unravel, Mo's fierce loyalty and sharp wit are put to the test. Can she solve the case before it's too late? Join Mo on a thrilling adventure where every secret is fair game and the stakes are as high as her hopes of finding her real mother.

In reading order

Mo & Dale Mystery Series

2 books · Published 2012–2014

#1 in Series

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$958

Three Times Lucky

Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2012

A girl and her friend investigate a murder to protect their makeshift family in a small town.

#2 in Series

Sale price

$858

The Ghosts of Tupelo Landing

Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2014

A ghost haunts an old inn, and Mo must uncover its secrets before the past consumes Tupelo Landing.

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How many books are in the Mo & Dale Mystery series?

There are 2 books in the Mo & Dale Mystery series. It began with Three Times Lucky in 2012, and the newest book, The Ghosts of Tupelo Landing, was published in 2014.