"Another intriguing mystery in this thoughtful series."
Fresh from successfully solving a series of mysteries, including the case of her own mother’s death, young Edie Marble is off to Canada with her dad and brother, a family trip to see her grandparents. But there are new puzzles for her to solve, including one that is central to her father’s life.
Her efforts to unravel this take her to Toronto, Washington DC and North Carolina, as well as the beautiful Dartmoor national park back in the UK.
The mystery is carefully plotted, making this an intriguing adventure for readers while threaded through all the Don’t Doubt the Rainbow trilogy are tools and tips to help support psychological well-being and resilience too, giving them an extra layer of interest and appeal.

Don’t Doubt the Rainbow is a contemporary detective series with a difference. To help solve each mystery 13-year-old Edie Marble must harness the wisdom of innate health, a pioneering approach to mental health education which is proving invaluable in improving mental health and wellbeing in children and young adults worldwide. Each title is an advernture story in its own right and can be read a standalone.
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A genuinely delightful American Mystery that is an authentic tale which carries a sense of possibility and hope!
Don’t Doubt the Rainbow: American Mystery is truly an entrancing sequel of a compelling contemporary detective series that has inspired me to further explore the genre that is so suspenseful, mysterious, and captivating. Full of riveting twists and turns in the plot, the novel is based on a young Detective, Edie Marbles, a nationally renowned detective who averted a catastrophe. The author creates a fascinating novella that encompasses not only a storyline full of an exotic mixture of tension and excitement but revolves around mental health education and proves to be a valuable asset to the improvement of the well-being of many young readers
The protagonist, Edie and her grandpa uncover a deep ancestral secret that haunts the backbone of Edie’s journey to Toronto, Washington DC, North Carolina and Dartmoor.... Read Full Review
A thrilling tale; both a intriguing mystery plot and a powerful subplot of relatable teen life
This is the third book in a great mystery series and just as good as the previous two. In this one, our favourite detective Eddie goes to America to meet her grandad who has a shocking secret about the family. I love the way it is written because it has the depth of teen fiction but also the classic mystery tale. I really like the main character Eddie and her brother because they are relatable, fun characters. It is perfect for anyone who wants a fast paced, intriguing and a very clever plot.... Read Full Review
Another great book in the Don't Doubt the Rainbow series. Felt so good to be back with Edie again, chasing up more clues to solve a mystery!!
I have read the first two books in this series so it was really good to back with Edie again.
This time she travels quite a bit! She goes to Toronto, Washington DC, her home in Crouch End and also down to Devon.
Edie always has her dad and brother in the background supporting her and of course her friends Lizzie, Charlie, Yasmina and Harry although sometimes they don't realise they have been dragged into her exploits as she does it without always telling them what she's up to.
Edie is only 13 and she gets into all sorts of fixes, that she is luckily able to get out of.... Read Full Review
Don’t Doubt the Rainbow is a contemporary detective series with a difference. To help solve each mystery 13-year-old Edie Marble must harness the wisdom of innate health, a pioneering approach to mental health education which is proving invaluable in improving mental health and wellbeing in children and young adults worldwide.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed American Mystery and determined it is suitable for children aged 11-14 years old
American Mystery features in the following genres: Featured Books for 11+ readers, Featured Books for 13+ readers, Books Reviewed by our Reader Review Panels, Recommendations, Adventure Stories, Crime & Mystery, PSHE: Self-Awareness, Self-Esteem and Wellbeing, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational
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American Mystery was written by Anthony Kessel and published by Crown House Publishing
American Mystery has 300 pages
Yes it is part of Don't Doubt the Rainbow series
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