Leo’s determined to win the Weirdsville Dog Show this year with his scruffy mongrel, Scout. But when he finds his dead pet gerbil dug up and stuffed in a local curiosity shop, he begins an investigation which will put him and his friends in terrible danger. Soon he uncovers a conspiracy to create a new kind of dogfood which has a monstrous effect on anything that eats it. What’s more, the inventors are prepared to do anything to keep their secrets …
Dive into the quirky and thrilling world of Weirdsville with "Happyland: Book 1 (Welcome to Weirdsville)" by I.M. Strange, a captivating read for young adults and anyone who enjoys a dash of mystery and a whole lot of the bizarre! This paperback edition, published by Atom in 2013, takes you on a rollercoaster ride with Leo and his scruffy dog, Scout, as they prepare for the Weirdsville Dog Show. Leo's determined to win, but his ambitions are quickly overshadowed by a disturbing discovery: his beloved pet gerbil has been exhumed and bizarrely placed in a local curiosity shop. This unsettling event plunges Leo into a dangerous investigation, pulling his friends along for the ride. They soon uncover a sinister conspiracy involving a revolutionary dog food with horrifying side effects, transforming ordinary animals into monstrous creatures. The creators of this bizarre dog food will stop at nothing to protect their secrets, putting Leo and his friends in grave danger. Can they expose the truth before it's too late? "Happyland: Book 1" blends humor, suspense, and a healthy dose of the strange to create a truly unique reading experience. It's a story that will keep you guessing until the very end, leaving you eager to explore more of Weirdsville's secrets. I.M. Strange crafts a world that feels both familiar and utterly outlandish. Readers have praised the book's fast-paced plot, memorable characters, and its ability to capture the spirit of adventure. Its a perfect blend of suspense, mystery, and a touch of dark humor, making it an engaging read for fans of authors like Neil Gaiman or Lemony Snicket. Get ready to be transported to Weirdsville, where nothing is quite as it seems! This first book of the "Happyland" series is a perfect start for an adventure.