Part of Magic Tree House: Merlin Missions, book 14
First published 2009
Jack and Annie receive their newest mission from the magic tree house. They must locate a musician whose talent will bring joy to millions of people around the world. The tree house transports them to the vibrant streets of New Orleans, where music flows from every corner. Their search leads them through the city's neighborhoods, but they soon discover they are not alone. Real ghosts walk these streets, and Jack and Annie must face these supernatural encounters head on. As they continue their quest, the siblings stumble into the rich world of jazz music. They meet a young musician named Louis Armstrong, whose trumpet playing captivates everyone who hears it. Jack and Annie realize this talented boy is the person they came to find and inspire. The magic of New Orleans jazz surrounds them as they work to complete their mission and help launch one of music's greatest careers.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, mystery, fantasy, supernatural
Vibes: atmospheric, fast-paced, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, quest
Setting: New Orleans
Period: 20th-century
128 pages · Hardcover · Random House for Young Readers