The Secret Beneath Willow Bridge (5)

A hidden case. A forgotten promise. A truth buried for eighteen years.

When construction workers repairing Willow Bridge discover a waterproof case hidden beneath one of its stone supports, the six young investigators are drawn into a mystery involving coded notes, old photographs, and a key to a bank deposit box that officially does not exist.

The clues lead through long-closed Main Street businesses, altered financial records, and a community rebuilding fund whose missing money was blamed on an innocent young bookkeeper. As Emily decodes the notes, Max uncovers erased computer records, and the others trace a trail of hidden envelopes. They realize someone else is following the clues and is determined to reach the final evidence first.

With Detective Thompson guiding them, Jake, Emily, Amy, Max, Mia, and Chip must uncover what truly happened before another piece of the past disappears.

Some secrets are hidden to protect the truth.

Others are buried to protect the guilty.

E. J. Rohly is a passionate storyteller and faith writer who loves exploring the wonder of God's Word. With a heart for encouraging others, E.J. writes books that inspire, uplift, and point readers back to truth. When not writing, E.J. enjoys quiet moments, deep conversations, and the joy of simple faith.

E. J. Rohly writes warm, engaging mysteries for middle-grade and young-adult readers. Her stories combine intriguing clues, memorable friendships, gentle suspense, and characters who learn that discovering the truth also requires courage, compassion, and faith.

She is the author of the United Middle School Mysteries and the Young Investigators Mysteries, including Behind the Door and The Door Locked from Within. Whether her characters are investigating strange events at school or uncovering long-hidden secrets around Crescent Valley, E. J. Rohly creates mysteries that are exciting without being frightening and meaningful without becoming preachy.

E. J. Rohly loves God and enjoys serving Him in every way she can. When she is not writing her next mystery, she treasures time spent with her family and friends.