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Peabody #3
Treasure in the Yukon
Scruggs unsuccessfully tries to bow out when his friend Jack Derwood requests his company on a search expedition for lost gold in the Yukon. Soon the boys find themselves rolling along the scenic highways of Alaska in an open Jeep and in the company of Jack's uncle and some other "interesting" characters.
But early on, trouble surfaces and starts to cast a long shadow over their prospects. Scrambled telegrams, smoking maps, homemade helium balloons, and a machine named OSCAR are just a few of the nuggets that propel this nonstop adventure.
But early on, trouble surfaces and starts to cast a long shadow over their prospects. Scrambled telegrams, smoking maps, homemade helium balloons, and a machine named OSCAR are just a few of the nuggets that propel this nonstop adventure.
128 pages, Paperback
First published October 1, 1986
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About the author
Jeri Massi
99 books102 followersJeri Massi is the author of the Peabody Adventures, the Bracken Series, the Peabody High Mysteries (SF), and more
A passionate fan of classic Doctor Who, Jeri Massi has been regaling fans with space opera, SF mystery, and forensic procedurals for more than 30 years. A martial arts master in Tae Kwon Do Chung Do Kwan, with a degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Jeri further perfected her grasp of science and engineering by working in pharmaceutical research and validation for 20 years.
She has published short stories on the web, in fanzines, and in reading anthologies for large publishing houses before choosing Indy writing. Her novel, Valkyries, published by Moody Press, was nominated for a national book award. Jeri's SF relies on suspense, some horror, comedy, and vivid, relatable characters.
You can track her booklist, adventures with cancer, and articles on great books on her Substack page.
https://jerimassi.substack.com
A passionate fan of classic Doctor Who, Jeri Massi has been regaling fans with space opera, SF mystery, and forensic procedurals for more than 30 years. A martial arts master in Tae Kwon Do Chung Do Kwan, with a degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Jeri further perfected her grasp of science and engineering by working in pharmaceutical research and validation for 20 years.
She has published short stories on the web, in fanzines, and in reading anthologies for large publishing houses before choosing Indy writing. Her novel, Valkyries, published by Moody Press, was nominated for a national book award. Jeri's SF relies on suspense, some horror, comedy, and vivid, relatable characters.
You can track her booklist, adventures with cancer, and articles on great books on her Substack page.
https://jerimassi.substack.com
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews
November 16, 2020
I'm giving this four stars, because it's really not as bad of a book as people say it is! I mean, it's not as amazing as Derwood, Inc, but it's still enjoyable!
The Characters:
Jack - I liked him, but didn't love him as I did in Derwood. He still had his fun ways though! ;)
Scruggs - since this is the third book of the series, it mentioned Scruggs having an adventure in the previous book (I haven't read it!). Oh well. I really like him and I'm so glad he and Jack are friends! Scruggs and his scientific ways are so funny! :D
Uncle Justin - he's a nice Uncle!
Dr. Nelson - he's nice too. Haha!
The Swede - I had my mixed feelings for him. I liked him and I didn't, I liked him and I didn't. Know what I mean?
The Story-line:
I liked it!! Mysteries are fun to read! The gold part of things was sort of confusing - especially Uncle Justin's precious OSCAR, but it was fine. ;)
All-in-all:
Really liked it!! I only read it again because it matched a task for a reading challenge I'm doing, so yeah. ;)
I still really want to read the other books in this series, even though they may not be as good. I don't think anything can beat "Derwood, Inc." anyway! :D
The Characters:
Jack - I liked him, but didn't love him as I did in Derwood. He still had his fun ways though! ;)
Scruggs - since this is the third book of the series, it mentioned Scruggs having an adventure in the previous book (I haven't read it!). Oh well. I really like him and I'm so glad he and Jack are friends! Scruggs and his scientific ways are so funny! :D
Uncle Justin - he's a nice Uncle!
Dr. Nelson - he's nice too. Haha!
The Swede - I had my mixed feelings for him. I liked him and I didn't, I liked him and I didn't. Know what I mean?
The Story-line:
I liked it!! Mysteries are fun to read! The gold part of things was sort of confusing - especially Uncle Justin's precious OSCAR, but it was fine. ;)
All-in-all:
Really liked it!! I only read it again because it matched a task for a reading challenge I'm doing, so yeah. ;)
I still really want to read the other books in this series, even though they may not be as good. I don't think anything can beat "Derwood, Inc." anyway! :D
January 20, 2024
Adventure Awaits
To be honest, I was never really drawn into the story, just my preference of storylines. I’m sure this book will appeal to middle-grade boys. There is enough danger and excitement to keep their interest. I was most impressed with Scruggs and the growth seen in him throughout the story. I wish I could give this book 4.5 stars. It deserves more than 4 but not quite 5.
To be honest, I was never really drawn into the story, just my preference of storylines. I’m sure this book will appeal to middle-grade boys. There is enough danger and excitement to keep their interest. I was most impressed with Scruggs and the growth seen in him throughout the story. I wish I could give this book 4.5 stars. It deserves more than 4 but not quite 5.
July 1, 2025
6/2/25 review
Told from the perspective of Jack, Treasure in the Yukon, in my opinion, felt just like his personality!
My praise about the book:
🤍I absolutely love Scruggs! (William) he is such a darling and his struggles are so real!
🤍The characters are quite charming as always.
My dislikes:
❌Didn't get into the bad guy's character as much as Tom Thumb.
Told from the perspective of Jack, Treasure in the Yukon, in my opinion, felt just like his personality!
My praise about the book:
🤍I absolutely love Scruggs! (William) he is such a darling and his struggles are so real!
🤍The characters are quite charming as always.
My dislikes:
❌Didn't get into the bad guy's character as much as Tom Thumb.
June 3, 2021
5 star rating by my children. (Mom thinks a bit differently, but hey.) It was interesting and kept everyone's attention, that's for sure! Mystery. Hidden treasure. Lots of excitement. Great for ages 8-12 I'd say.
May 4, 2011
So far a really cute story with Christian values. Very readable and conversational.
March 28, 2012
I really enjoyed this series! Some children try to solve mysteries, and learn about God.
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