Mystery of the Stolen World Cup Trophy

<p><b>From Pura Belpre Honor recipient Angela Cervantes and perfectly timed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, <i>The Mystery of the Stolen World Cup Trophy</i> follows 12-year-old sleuth Diez Espada on a high-stakes case as he tracks down the tournament's stolen trophy in time for the championship match. <br><br>"Humor, heart, and futbol... everything a middle grade mystery should be." -Chris Grabenstein, <i>New York Times</i>-bestselling author of the Lemoncello series</b><br><br>Diez Espada-named after the jersey number of his soccer-obsessed father's favorite player, Lionel Messi-would rather be chasing clues than soccer balls. When the World Cup trophy disappears at a glitzy party in Miami, he's suddenly at the center of the most thrilling match of his life-a race to find the trophy before it's gone for good.<br><br>Teaming up with his crush, Rio, and the world-famous Detective Enzo, Diez dives headfirst into a one-night whirlwind of secret tunnels and a squad of suspicious suspects: a spoiled son of a Miami tycoon, a famous sportscaster, and even Rio's two prankster younger brothers.<br><br>The clock is ticking, the suspects are slippery, and the stadium lights are ready to shine. Will Diez find the trophy in time for the World Cup championship match?</p>