Blue Balliett

When strange and seemingly unrelated events start to happen and a precious Vermeer painting disappears, eleven-year-olds Petra and Calder combine their talents to solve an international art scandal.

Chasing Vermeer

When seemingly unrelated and strange events start to happen and a precious Vermeer painting disappears, eleven-year-olds Petra Andalee and Calder Pillay combine their talents to solve an international art scandal.

Krystin Widener

This was an enjoyable, albeit slightly strange, book. It might be more to the taste of those who enjoy Lemony Snicket. I did enjoy the ending. 

Susan Magana

Comments by my 11yr old sons-
"Chasing Vermeer kept me thinking about the story even when I wasn't reading. I now see more in what looks like coincidence. Since I like puzzles and numbers this book was a good one to keep me interested. My favorite part was discovering pentominoes." (4 stars) Isaiah
"At first it seemed slow getting to know the characters and setting, but by the time Petra had her first dream I was hooked. I am an artist and thought the clues in the illustrations were really cool. The author did a good describing things that I could see in my head and imagine happening to me." (4 stars) Isaac

Les Reynolds

Listened to this as an audiobook with the kids on a long car ride. First of all, you kind of had to suspend disbelief, as the stolen painting was almost presented as a character. However, the book kept a 7, 9, and 11 year-old engaged, and Mom and Dad enjoyed it as well. It also inspired us to learn more about Vermeer, so I'd call it a good read.

Chasing Vermeer

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