There’s a special kind of fun in adventure stories set in suburbia—where the quiet cul-de-sacs and tidy hedges hide secret maps, midnight missions, and mysteries waiting just beyond the letterbox.

The Mummy in the Attic – Mitch Mitchell

When Tom McNabb and his best friend Stevie find a strange mummy tucked away in the attic, their sleepy suburban world explodes into invisible mishaps, ancient magic, and backyard mayhem.

The Fourteenth Goldfish – Jennifer L. Holm

When Ellie’s grandfather turns himself into a teenager, science, humor, and chaos collide in her suburban neighborhood.

The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl – Stacy McAnulty

A math genius struck by lightning has to navigate middle school, make friends, and discover that suburban life is full of hidden surprises.

Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus – Dusti Bowling

A girl born without arms moves to a new neighborhood and, with the help of new friends, unravels a local mystery – equal parts funny and heartfelt.

Better Nate Than Ever – Tim Federle

A small-town boy dreams of Broadway, turning his ordinary neighborhood into the starting line of a hilarious, heartfelt adventure toward self-discovery.

The Best Worst Summer – Elizabeth Eulberg

When two girls from different decades uncover a hidden time capsule in their suburban neighborhood, they’re connected by secrets, friendship, and courage.

The Terrible Two – Mac Barnett & Jory John

Two prank-loving boys in a quiet farming town wage an epic suburban prank war — with cows, chaos, and laugh-out-loud surprises at every turn.