Book Series · 2 Books

The Winterton Deception Books

In order from Final Word to Fault Lines.

The Winterton Deception series is a set of 2 chapter books by Janet Sumner Johnson, published between 2023 and 2024. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 380 pages.

Final Word
Fault Lines
Final Word
Final Word
Fault Lines
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Final Word
Sale price
$1797
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Final Word

By Janet Sumner Johnson

Twins enter a spelling bee to save their family, uncovering hidden fortunes and dark secrets.

384 pages
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Summary: Thirteen-year-old twins Hope and Gordon face eviction and enter a high-stakes spelling bee to save their family. At Winterton Chalet, they compete against estranged relatives, uncovering a clue hunt left by their deceased matriarch. With a fortune at stake and family secrets unraveling, Hope and Gordon must navigate a treacherous path. Will they outsmart their rivals and secure their future, or will the past's shadows consume them? Tensions rise as the twins race against time and kin in this gripping mystery.
The complete set

The Winterton Deception Series

2 books · Published 2023–2024

Final Word
Series
Sale price
$1797

Final Word

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Twins enter a spelling bee to save their family, uncovering hidden fortunes and dark secrets.

Fault Lines
Series
Sale price
$1797

Fault Lines

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

A secret could save a missing woman, but will anyone believe it?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Winterton Deception series?

There are 2 books in the Winterton Deception series. It began with Final Word in 2023, and the newest book, Fault Lines, was published in 2024.

What ages are the Winterton Deception books best for?

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

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The people who bring The Winterton Deception to life.

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Janet Sumner Johnson

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