In the heart of Willowbrook Meadow stands Oakley, a magnificent 500-year-old oak whose branches shelter an entire world. When Pip, a spirited young squirrel with a love for shiny things and a longing for home, tumbles into his meadow, she thinks she's finally found the perfect tree. But Oakley offers more than shelter. His branches hold Hoot the wise owl, Buzzy the busy bee with her wildflower gardens, Mrs. Robin and her chicks, and countless others who've made the great oak their home. And this year, something extraordinary has happened: twelve golden acorns have appeared on his branches-acorns that glow with an inner light and carry the ancient power to heal. When the golden acorns begin to disappear one by one, suspicion falls on Pip, the newest arrival. Accused of theft and facing exile from the home she's just found, Pip must prove her innocence. With help from Nutkin, a traveling squirrel with a methodical mind, she follows a tiny trail deep into the forest-where she discovers that sometimes what looks like a crime is really just love wearing a desperate disguise. The Acorn Mystery is a heartwarming tale about finding where you belong, the courage it takes to see past appearances, and the magic that happens when a community chooses compassion over judgment. Perfect for readers aged 8-12 who love animal adventures, gentle mysteries, and stories that celebrate the small wonders that bring us together.