Each week in October, we will be hiding a popular adult book around Washington County and sharing clues here and on social media. If you find the book, you get to keep it! The prize books are:
How it works:
- On Mondays: A book will be hidden somewhere in Washington County. All books will be hidden outdoors. You will not need to enter any buildings or businesses to find them.
- On Tuesdays: We will share the first clue on social media and this page.
- On Thursdays: We will share a second clue if the book hasn't been found.
- If you find a book, let us know by tagging us on social media!
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Week 1
For the first week of October, The Coast to Coast Murders by James Patterson is hidden somewhere in Washington County.
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For Washington County’s first book quest
The hunt must take you farthest west
To the smallest city, by a lake
Find me first and I’m yours to take! 
| This book was found at Sunset Park in Landfall! |
Week 2
During the week of October 12, look for A Burning by Megha Majumdar.
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Week two's hunt is a little hairy;
A good place to start is at the library!
Travel to Mr. Pearson's town
Find colorful flowers above the ground. 
| This book was found at Village Hair Care in Lake Elmo! |
Week 3
During the week of October 19, look for The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson.
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This week you must head Northbound
To a city that's as good as it sounds.
Check out the downtown while you're there
But stay alert for signs of a bear! 
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To help you, here's another hint
Keep an eye out for a big paw print
Near Lakeside Park, and Houle's Mill too
While there, stop in, and grab a brew. 
| This book was found at Kodiak Coffee in Forest Lake! |
Week 4
During the week of October 27, look for The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah.
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This week for our final book
You must travel to the south to look.
Find an alley that is lots of fun
Near number 10 (or 61). 
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