Wade S. Saxton
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Wade S. Saxton
by Wade S. Saxton and Wade S. Saxton
When children report a glowing “ghost trolley” on Richmond’s old Cary Street rails, detective Scarlet Ash follows the clues. With careful observation and a touch of science, she reveals the surprising truth behind the mysterious lights and sounds.
On a misty evening along Cary Street, the old trolley rails glimmer faintly beneath the streetlights. Most folks barely notice them anymore. But some children swear they’ve seen something strange.
They say a ghost trolley runs the tracks at night.
When Patches, Benny, and Rose rush to tell Scarlet Ash what they saw—glowing rails, clanking wheels, and a mysterious light in the fog—Scarlet listens carefully. As Richmond’s sharpest young detective, she knows that every mystery begins with a clue.
Together they follow the tracks through the quiet streets to the long-abandoned trolley barn. The rails may be old, but Scarlet quickly notices something curious: fresh marks, strange sounds, and a rhythm hidden beneath the echoes of the night.
Is the ghost trolley real… or is something else hiding in the shadows?
With patience, observation, and a little bit of science, Scarlet begins to piece together the truth behind the glowing rails and the mysterious sounds. What she discovers reveals that sometimes the things that seem like magic are really clever tricks of light, sound, and imagination.
Scarlet Ash and the Case of the Ghost Trolley is a charming mystery adventure set in a whimsical, storybook version of Richmond, Virginia. Perfect for young readers and families, this beautifully illustrated tale blends detective storytelling with gentle STEM concepts, encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of solving puzzles.
Follow Scarlet Ash as she proves that mysteries aren’t always supernatural—and that the real world can be just as magical when you know how to look.
This delightful picture book is perfect for readers who enjoy:
• clever kid-friendly mysteries
• cozy nighttime adventures
• curious detectives and lovable characters
• gentle science and problem-solving
• stories inspired by real places and history
Join Scarlet Ash on her next case… because in Richmond’s quiet streets, there is always another mystery waiting in the fog.
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