My son is into mysteries. I discovered this series when I did a search for new Encyclopedia Brown stories. We checked the first one out at the library, and he's wolfed down three since. There are several in the series, and while not as prolific yet as the Hardy Boys or Encyclopedia, there are enough in the series to get involved with it.
This is a modern day version of the Hardy Boys. There are two boys, brothers, and a tag-a-long little girl cousin. The mysteries occur around "Cabin Creek" where the brothers' family has a cabin. The first mystery is set in a cave on an island (that, warning, they were ordered not to go to). The boys are older, around tween, early teen, and are often left alone by their mother to get into scrapes and adventures. This is typical it seems of literature now days as most of the stories and television shows just seem to disregard parental supervision. However, so were the Hardy Boys.
The kids get into scary situations (stuck in a cave, or accused of stealing, etc.) but always manage to think their way out. The girl cousin is generally the voice of reason. She's a bit of a smart-ass to tell the truth, and I like that. Not great literature, but a relatively easy read with the mystery aspect to keep younger readers hooked.
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