Detective Bear

& The magic crystal heist

A crystal has vanished. A clever fox is on the run. And only one bear can crack the case.

On a rainy night in the heart of town, a priceless magical crystal is stolen from the jewelry store. When the call comes in, young Detective Bear is ready to spring into action — trench coat, magnifying glass, and all. With his sharp instincts and a trail of fox prints to follow, Bear sets off on a whimsical adventure filled with riddles, twists, and one sly suspect: the ever-elusive Mr. Fox.

But nothing is quite as it seems...

As the mystery deepens, Bear must race against time to track down the culprit, recover the crystal, and outwit a charming trickster who’s always one paw ahead. A heartwarming blend of cozy mystery and woodland charm, Detective Bear and the Magical Crystal Heist is a delightful read for young detectives, curious minds, and lovers of furry whodunits.

About The Author

itzel mendez

Itzel Esperanza Mendez is a Napa, California resident. Based on fiction and non-fiction, she’s written a variety of mysteries, adventurous, and sci-fi fantasy. Furthermore, she’s a writer who published in Inkitt for almost 3 years.

Itzel is greatly fascinated and motivated by being around in nature and listening to music. This amazes her and helps her to click in with her feelings, which inspires her of how a whole world could just be created by not just using the imagination but using what you’re feeling at that very moment. She’s worked with her middle brother and other relatives when working on graphic novels, and has even had a great privilege to learn from different writers, one which would include James Riley.

When not writing, Itzel can be found either curled up in her bed at home with her favorite plushies, adventuring, selling refreshments outside of her house, cooking, baking, and roaming around in book stores. Not only that, but she also hangs out with family or friends either in Stockton or Napa. During the weeks off of school, she would help out at church as an altar server and volunteers at New Tech High school.

Detective bear

& the magical heist

Detective Bear and the Magical Crystal Heist is a charming, fully illustrated story that introduces young readers to the world of mystery-solving with a soft-spoken, clever hero at its center.

When the magical Color-Changing Crystal is stolen under mysterious circumstances, Detective Bear is summoned to unravel the truth. Clues lead him into a curious chase after Mr. Fox — a cunning character dressed to deceive. As Bear deciphers each detail with patience and smarts, the story gently teaches children about observation, deductive thinking, courage, and integrity.


This story isn't just about catching the bad guy — it's about staying calm under pressure...

Meet The

Characters

Detective Bear

fox

Reader Reviews

“A cozy, clever, and beautifully illustrated mystery!”

Detective Bear instantly became a favorite in our home. My kids couldn’t stop guessing who took the crystal, and the twist at the end had them cheering! The art is stunning, the pacing is perfect, and the message about integrity is such a bonus.

— Sarah L

“Bear is the hero every curious kid will love.”

We’ve read this book every night for a week straight. The characters are memorable, the mystery is just challenging enough for little readers, and the ending is so satisfying. This is exactly the kind of book I wish I had as a kid.

— Ella R

“Detective Bear delivers cozy thrills for growing minds.”

We’ve added this book to our weekly storytime rotation. The artwork is delightful, the mystery keeps kids engaged, and the life lessons are gentle but impactful. It's the kind of story children will remember for years to come.

— Lisa H

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