Book Series · 3 Books

The Stranger Next Door Books

In order from The Stranger Next Door to Trapped.

The Stranger Next Door series is a set of 3 chapter books by Peg Kehret and Pete the Cat, published between 2002 and 2006. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 190 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$674

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002

The Stranger Next Door

By Peg Kehret, Pete the Cat

A cat detective uncovers secrets behind neighborhood fires and vandalism.

162 pages· 32,422 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

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Summary: In a new neighborhood, Alex's only friend is his cat, Pete. When mysterious fires and vandalism strike, Pete suspects the unfriendly new neighbor, Rocky, is hiding something. Can this feline detective uncover the truth and save the community from chaos? Dive into a world where a clever cat takes on a puzzling mystery, revealing secrets that could change everything.

In reading order

The Stranger Next Door Series

3 books · Published 2002–2006

#1 in Series

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$674

The Stranger Next Door

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002

A cat detective uncovers secrets behind neighborhood fires and vandalism.

#2 in Series

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$1049

Spy Cat

Chapter Book · 2003

A family cat and a young spy face off against burglars.

#3 in Series

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$1697

Trapped

Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2006

A pig rescue leads to a dangerous showdown with a kidnapper.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Stranger Next Door series?

There are 3 books in the Stranger Next Door series. It began with The Stranger Next Door in 2002, and the newest book, Trapped, was published in 2006.