"Gideon's short-lived run as a locally famous boy detective ended when middle school started, and everyone else--including his best friend, Lily--moved on. . . . Now he's sixteen and officially retired. That is, until Lily shows up suddenly at Gideon's door, needing his help. . . . As a cover, Gideon joins Lily on the school paper. Surprisingly, he finds himself warming up to the welcoming, close-knit staff . . . especially Tess, the cute, witty editor-in-chief"--Provided by publisher.