From Jarrett J. Krosoczka comes Last Panda Standing, the third installment in the hilarious, high-action illustrated middle grade series featuring two platypus detectives, perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Big Nate, and Jarrett's own Lunch Lady series.

The Kalamazoo City mayoral race is heating up, and Frank Pandini Jr. has been threatened by a mysterious assailant. He requests a special Platypus Police Squad protection detail: Detective Rick Zengo. This leaves O'Malley to be partnered up with Jo Cooper, the newest detective on the force. Can Zengo get to the bottom of the attacks—without O'Malley backing him up?

• Buddy Cop Comedy: Detective Zengo is the eager rookie. Detective O’Malley is the grumpy old-timer. Together, they’re the best darn cops in Kalamazoo City.
• New Partner Drama: When Zengo is assigned to protect a mayoral candidate, O’Malley gets a new partner: the tough-as-nails Special Investigator Jo Cooper.
• Political Mystery: Who is the boomerang-wielding assailant trying to take down mayoral candidate Frank Pandini Jr.? Zengo is on the case, but this time he’s flying solo.
• Illustrated Chapter Book: Packed with hilarious, high-action illustrations on nearly every page, making it a perfect read for fans of Wimpy Kid and Big Nate.