The Weight of Paper Mountains

About this book

Twelve-year-old Arthur Pendelton has perfected the art of blending in. In the quiet town of Meridian Falls, he prefers the safety of the background to the unpredictability of the spotlight. But when the town council announces plans to demolish the historic community archives—a building holding centuries of personal letters, journals, and local history—Arthur accidentally uncovers a hidden map pointing to a forgotten town charter that could save it. Reluctant to cause trouble or step out of his comfort zone, Arthur's quiet world is disrupted by Beatrice Lin, a thoughtful newcomer struggling to find her own identity after moving away from everything she knew. Recognizing Arthur's discovery, Beatrice pushes him to act. Together, they embark on a scavenger hunt across the small town, deciphering riddles left by the founders. As they uncover the town's buried past and face unexpected challenges, Arthur learns that sometimes you must stand out to protect what matters, while Beatrice discovers that finding yourself often begins with understanding where you are.

Book details

Genres:

Literary Fiction, Mystery, Coming-of-Age

Language:

en

Published:

2026-05-19

Content rating:

PG