But disaster strikes when guitarist Jack breaks his wrist and can no longer play. On top of that, all their hard work fundraising has fallen short!

When help comes from unexpected channels, the Velvets make it to the Big Apple just in time to compete against the best kid bands in the whole world, including their new rivals the Blazer Boys.

But who is the tall stranger who seems to be following them everywhere they go? And could there be anything more important than winning BandChamps?

Perfect for:

• Reluctant and confident readers aged 8+ seeking fast-paced stories
• Readers who love cosy mysteries
• Parents, teachers and librarians seeking stories with neurodivergent protagonists
• Fans of popular series

Read all the books in the Violet & the Velvets series:

• (1) The Case of the Missing Stuff
• (2) The Case of the Angry Ghost
• (3) The Case of the Viral Video
• (4) The Case of the Tall Stranger

Awards for the Violet series:

• SHORTLISTED: NZ Booklovers Best Junior Fiction Book 2026
• The Spinoff Best Books 2025 "Fast-paced, fun and filled with gorgeous characters."
• Storylines Notable Book Award 2025
• SHORTLISTED: 2025 Esther Glen Award for Junior Fiction, New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults