{"product_id":"the-cryptid-catcher-9781250308528","title":"The Cryptid Catcher","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Cryptid Catcher: A Middle-Grade Monster Hunting Adventure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Cryptid Catcher\u003c\/i\u003e is the first book in a monstrously fun middle-grade duology by Lija Fisher about a boy who inherits a job hunting legendary creatures.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter Clivo Wren's archaeologist father dies mysteriously, the newly orphaned thirteen-year-old finds out the truth: his dad was no archaeologist. He was actually a cryptid catcher, known for finding elusive beasts like the bloodsucking chupacabra. His goal: discover the one extraordinary cryptid whose blood grants immortality--before the knowledge falls into the wrong hands. The mission remains unfinished, and now there's only one person who can take the renowned cryptid catcher's place: Clivo. He may not know the first thing about monster hunting, but he's willing to give it a try--because anything beats staying home with his salsa-crazy aunt and her neurotic cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Young Readers Who Love Mythical Creatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis middle-grade fiction book combines adventure, humor, and mythology as Clivo navigates his new life as a cryptid hunter. From chupacabras to other legendary beasts, readers will discover a world where mythical creatures are real and one boy must track them down to complete his father's unfinished quest for immortality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAward-Winning Middle-Grade Fiction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Cryptid Catcher\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"[Fisher] dishes up an action-oriented romp, \u003cb\u003eputs a resourceful but not superhuman protagonist at the head of a colorful, diverse (of species as well as race) supporting cast\u003c\/b\u003e, and salts the plot with tantalizing hints that the stakes are about to broaden.\" --\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Fisher's debut, the first half of a duology, delivers adventure and laughs. . .\u003cb\u003ereaders will be ready for the sequel when they turn the final page\u003c\/b\u003e.\" --\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout The Cryptid Duology Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the first installment in a two-book series, \u003ci\u003eThe Cryptid Catcher\u003c\/i\u003e sets up an ongoing adventure that will keep readers engaged through the duology. The paperback format makes it accessible for young readers aged 9-12 who are ready for chapter books with exciting plots and relatable characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLija Fisher\u003c\/b\u003e lives in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. \u003ci\u003eThe Cryptid Catcher\u003c\/i\u003e is her debut novel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Square Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680854511890,"sku":"9781250308528","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_2bb8a47d-2c8f-40f9-95cc-02ee6ab41fbf.jpg?v=1733944060","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-cryptid-catcher-9781250308528","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}