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2002 Hackmatack

Children's Choice Book Award/Prix littéraire - le choix de jeunes

The ever-popular and prolific Eric Walters has spun another exciting tale, this time set on Nova Scotia's Oak Island - home of the mysterious "Money Pit" and a magnet for treasure hunters who come in search of what may be the buried hoard of Captain Kidd.

When Sam and Beth come with their mother to visit their grandfather who lives on Oak Island, they are shocked and confused by how much his mental state and living conditions have deteriorated since their last visit three years ago. However, in spite of his illness, the old man has spent his life (and life savings) trying to find the treasure. Sam gets involved in a dangerous treasure hunt of his own, and just when it seems that his grandfather's efforts have failed, Sam gives him a second chance to realize his dream in a dramatic race against time. Will the Money Pit finally yield its treasure? This fast-paced novel is both an exciting mystery adventure and also an often moving account of a family coming to terms with Alzheimer's disease. A fast-paced story for ages 10 and up.