Frank Carlson Library

"Ruth Keller is brash and precocious; she argues with her dentist, her parents, and her teachers. So, when she discovers a strange black slime in the man-made lake of her suburban neighborhood, she decides to investigate. Fortified by the encouragement of those around her, Ruth seeks the truth at all costs, even if it means taking on the rich local country club owner, who she believes is responsible for the pollution. Between the teasing of former...

"A mysterious old friend of Grandpa Frankenstein shows up one night on the doorstep of Cacklefur Castle. He's a vampire-- and he needs the von Cacklefur family's help. His ancient castle has been infested by strange and troublesome monsters and ghosts, and he's afraid he'll have to move out because of them! ... It's up to Creepella and her family and friends to help this vampire save his home"--Page 4 of cover.

Nicole came to Afghanistan to make a killer war documentary, but when the helicopter she bribed to take her closer to the enemy gets shot down she finds a lot more action than she had bargained for--and it is up to an Army Special Forces team to locate and rescue her and her cameraman.