Chet Gecko, Private Eye: Book 3 - The Big Nap

In this Chet Gecko mystery novel, Chet (the hero) learns that his classmates are turning into zombies. With the help of his assistant, Natalie, he finds a rather diabolical plot headed by an unlikely figure -- a father of a classmate. As is common in juvenile novels, Chet is able to stop the madness......more

This was THE book of my childhood-- One of the top three books in my favorite series. It was the one I read most often, and was one of the funniest of the series. Waldo the Furball made his first real appearance after being breifly mentioned in the previous story, and he turned out to be a favorite......more

Zombies seem to be taking over the school and Chet must find out who is responsible. This is one where knowing 1940's film noir and jazz works best. Chet's puns are a hoot! What pictures they put in my mind. I love his sidekicks--Natalie and Waldo. All I can say is thank heavens for them both. Chet h......more

I can't even count how many times I've gotten this book for the kids in my life. Bruce Hale is the quintessential storyteller. When he's in, he's all in - every detail a delight! Constantly entertaining with jokes, jargon and what feels like the true-to-life perspective of a fourth grade lizard dete......more

Something, or someone is turning the students of Emerson Hicky Elementary into law abiding, goody-two shoes, zombies. Chet Gecko and his wise cracking partner Natalie Attired are hired to find out who or what is causing this strange happening. Chet Gecko has several possible perps on his radar, but......more