Dive into the gooey, giggle-filled escapades of "Gooey Louie and the Mystery of the Vanishing Vegetables" - the perfect page-turner for children aged 7-10! When the town of Topsy-Turvy notices its veggies disappearing, only one hero is brave (and sticky) enough to solve the conundrum: Gooey Louie! Louie, a comically messy 8-year-old with a penchant for sticky situations, finds himself on the trail of the Veggie Vanisher, a mysterious figure making meals monotonous and picnics pitiful. With his spirited sister Lily and a trusty magnifying glass smeared with jam, Louie embarks on a quest that takes him from carrot-strewn kitchens to the secret corridors beneath the town hall. Prepare for chuckles and plot twists as Louie uncovers clues in the stickiest of places. From goo-covered gadgets to vegetable-laden lairs, this tale is ripe with humor, heart, and a host of vibrant characters-including a mayor with a secret as big as his belly. Will Louie stick the landing and save the town's veggies, or will the mystery leave everyone in a pickle? Illustrated with a smorgasbord of color and charm, "Gooey Louie and the Mystery of the Vanishing Vegetables" promises laughter, adventure, and an affection for veggies in a story that children will want to read over and over again. So, open the book (mind the pages-they might be sticky), and let your child join Gooey Louie in this hilariously heartwarming adventure where bravery, ingenuity, and a little bit of mess save the day!