This book has everything! Murder, pirate treasure, romance, a quaint seaside town, a secret society, I could really keep going. THE TREASURE HUNTERS CLUB is a treasure-trove of a book, and I couldn't put it down. It had me pointing my finger at literally every character and the twist still surprised me!

I had such high hopes for this with the two comparable however it just didn’t do it for me. It felt quite slow paced, there wasn’t the same level of humour compared to everyone in my family and I loved that. It was not a bad book at all, I just expected something different.

a murder mystery set in Nova Scotia, Canada with family secrets, hunting for pirate treasure, and triple POV.

"I was worried about what he knew. I couldn't take a risk of him getting to the treasure ahead of me."

it is unique to find a book with a triple POV and i was loving it! and nothing would prepare me for the plot twist - VERY twisty. chapters are mostly short which makes it fun to read.
we've got three main characters - a GEN Z Nancy Drew - Dandy, an heir to a very wealthy family (which he previously didn't even know) - Peter and a writer who is housesitting for family friends - Cass. all of them are looking for the hidden treasure from a pirate ship but each of them has a different reason why - Dandy wants to continue what her Grandpa did, Peter is trying to learn his family story and Cass wants to write a book.

without further ado, I recommend the book as an evening read in the early autumn as the setting is perfect.

Big thank you to Grove Atlantic, Atlantic Monthly Press, and NetGalley for providing me with an e-arc. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.

The Treasure Hunter's Club is a fun mash-up of adventure and mystery. This book is a cozy whodunnit set in a small beach town full of pirate lore. I loved the quirky cast of characters and was pleasantly surprised when I was taken completely off-guard by the twist at the end! It is a fast-paced, well-written story that keeps you engaged until the last page.

I recommend The Treasure Hunter's Club to fans of Benjamin Stevenson, Nita Prose, and Elle Cosimano. Tuck this gem into your beach bag and join the search for the Obelisk Treasure!

I received an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

My expectations going into this were pretty high. Everyone in my family has killed someone and the Goonies are favorites of mine. For me, it lacked the wit and humor of Everyone in my family. The first 30 percent I was really enjoying it, then it started to slow in pace. It picks back up and ends with a bang. I think it is worth the read but don't go in with any expectations. That's my fault, lesson learned. Thank you, Netgalley! I had fun reading this!

The Treasure Hunters Club by Tom Ryan is for all of those people that wanted to go on a great adventure that involes a tale of pirates, stolen treasure, and mystery of what happen to the treasure. I can honsetly say that once I started this book I couldn't put it down and was up until the wee hours of the morning finishing it. The story is made up of 5 boys that by chance found the treasure and then make an agreement to wait until everyone is 18 years old to dig it up and then divide it up between them. The next gerneration takes up the challenge of looking for the treasur, after they each recieve a typed letter about that year that their father's went looking for the treasure. . They start the Treasure Hunters Club and meets the third Thursday of every month to discuss the their findings. Now the great great grandchildren Dandy and Peter are left to solve the mystery. Along with a failed YA writer that is now wanting to write a non fiction book about all the people that lived on the island and are a part of the Treasure Hunters Club. Now all of a sudden the second generation is now are being picked off one at a time. Will Dandy, Peter, and Cass find out what is really happening before time runs out? I would like to thank both NetGalley and Atlantic Monthly Press for letting me have an advanced copy of this title.

Beyond being captivated by the theme of this book (who doesn’t love a good story about a lost pirate treasure?), I was drawn in by the characters and their stories. I wanted to follow their paths to the very end to finally find out exactly where it would all take them, and I enjoyed every moment of the journey. Despite the difficult moments, I find that the ending is a comforting and emotional moment, full of hope for all these characters who have experienced a unique adventure. AND I loved the moment of the revelation that... never seems to end! But that’s what happens when you put a secret within a secret within a secret within...

This book was so much fun! When I read the first line of the description, "Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone meets The Goonies," I couldn't wait to read this one! Sometimes blurbs are misleading, but I thought this was actually pretty accurate. This story is a cozy-ish mystery with a great cast of interesting characters and a hunt for treasure! I just thought the whole book was an absolute delight. It is the kind of book I can put on the staff picks shelf and recommend to so many different kinds of readers!

The Treasure Hunter's Club features three strangers brought together by letters, notebooks, and a long-buried mystery. The seaside town of Maple Bay, Nova Scotia is a perfect backdrop for this adventure and I feel that Ryan nailed the small-town vibe. I enjoyed the time I spent with these likable characters - even that meddling busy body! The core of this story is a cozy mystery, but I must admit that I did NOT guess the final outcome, which is always a treat.

Thank you to Grove Atlantic, NetGalley, and Tom Ryan for bringing me along on your adventure in exchange for my honest review. I sure hope I get to spend more time in Maple Bay in the future!

Thank you Grove Atlantic and Netgalley for this eARC, these opinions are my own. In the small town of Maple Bay a treasure hunt has begun. Cass, Dandy, and Peter all join the treasure hunt and are unexpectedly drawn together by past ties. Together they’ll search for the treasure but the search becomes more dangerous as people start dying. They need to solve the mystery all while staying alive in the process. I really enjoyed this one! Engaging, fast paced, and will keep you reading! Plus the twist you won’t see coming that will leave you shook! Genuine characters that will have you rooting for them! Highly recommend!

The Treasure Hunters Club by Tom Ryan absolutely blew me away with its unexpected twists and turns! At one point I actually had to stop reading and just take in what had just happened, it was that surprising.
Ryan skillfully uses the varied points of view of the three protagonists that converge on Maple Bay, Nova Scotia - and I love that it is set in Canada - and flashbacks to the original Treasure Hunters Club members story, to weave a complex tale that steadily reveals itself and builds suspense as it does so. The characters are multi-faceted and relatable, and the story touches on the complexities and tragedies that surround families; it is a common theme for all of the main characters.
I stayed up far too late to finish this book, and expect that I will pay for it today. But I have no regrets!
I expected something akin to the movie Goonies, and I got so much more! I am so happy to have received an ARC of #TheTreasureHuntersClub from #NetGalley!

The story appears to be an engaging and suspenseful mystery set in the picturesque coastal town of Maple Bay, rich with pirate lore and hidden secrets. The convergence of three distinct characters—Peter, Dandy, and Cass—suggests a multi-layered narrative that weaves together their individual quests for answers and self-discovery.

Peter's journey seems to involve reconciling with his family’s legacy, while Dandy is likely driven by her grandfather’s influence and the need to find closure after his passing. Cass's storyline hints at a blend of personal ambition and romantic tension, especially with the introduction of a handsome sailor. The mention of bodies piling up adds an element of thriller and urgency, suggesting that the pursuit of the treasure—and the truth behind it—will lead to dangerous and unexpected revelations.

Overall, the story seems to promise a mix of adventure, mystery, and character growth, with themes of connection, family, and the search for purpose. It could be a thrilling ride as the characters uncover not just the treasure, but also the deeper truths about themselves and their intertwined fates.

I personally liked reading this book at my pace just because of the plot twist which was just brilliant and made me enjoy it. However the shift in povs were a bit confusing but one can get used to it.

3.5 | This was an enjoyable murder mystery with a fun buried treasure theme. I have to admit that I was a bit underwhelmed overall with the atmosphere. This book was compared to "The Goonies" and I don't feel like it hit the mark exactly. I was expecting more of an adventure based on that comparison and it let me down a bit. But it was a solid mystery and one I would recommend if the premise sounds interesting!

Thanks to Netgalley and Grove Atlantic for providing me with the e-ARC/DRC in exchange for an honest review.

The Treasure Hunters Club by Tom Ryan is basically a Goonies murder mystery and I had no idea how much I needed it in my life. The characters, the plot twists, the atmosphere...it's all impeccable. Loved it!

Okay. I loved this. Picture a kind of cozy mystery with buried treasure and a lot of bodies! The characters were great and I definitely got surprised and bamboozled by something I DID NOT expect. All in all a great book, and I highly recommend it.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC of this book. This will be out in October! Make sure to add it to your TBR.

Maple Bay Nova Scotia is known for a lost pirate treasure - many tourists travel to search along the ocean. In the Treasure Hunters Club, 3 different heroes converge via an interesting set of events. There is Peter Barnett, who learns that he is actually related to a landowner and has a long lost relative. Young Danielly Feltzen, a local who is grieving the death of her grandfather, and Cass Jones, an author who is house sitting for a year in hopes to reinvent her literary career.

The 3 converge in an interesting way and face multiple obstacles as they each try to get to the bottom of their own personal mysteries. It turns out that all of the mysteries are related and all of them lead to the secret of the pirate treasure. Great fun! There was a tone shift mid way but it so surprised me that I loved it and rolled with an enjoyed this treasure hunting story. #groveatlantic #hetreasurehuntersclub #tomryan

“The Treasure Hunters Club” by Tom Ryan is a captivating murder mystery set in the picturesque seaside town of Maple Bay, Nova Scotia. This story combines the adventurous spirit of “The Goonies” with the intricate mystery of “Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone,” delivering a tale filled with pirate lore, family secrets, and a hunt for long-lost treasure. Seventeen-year-old Dandy Feltzen, grieving her grandfather’s death, embarks on a quest to solve the mystery he spent his life chasing.

Cass Jones, a struggling YA author, takes a housesitting job in Maple Bay and stumbles upon the perfect story material—and a charming sailor to assist her. Ryan masterfully weaves these characters’ narratives, creating a cozy yet thrilling mystery. The alternating points of view—Peter’s first-person narrative, and third-person perspectives for Dandy and Cass—add depth and dynamism to the story. The historical backdrop and the exploration of family histories enrich the plot, while the atmospheric setting of Maple Bay, with its quaint charm and hidden dangers, enhances the mystery.

As bodies begin to pile up, the stakes rise for Peter, Dandy, and Cass. They must uncover the truth behind the treasure and navigate the perilous secrets of Maple Bay. The unexpected plot twists keep readers engaged, and the final revelation is both surprising and satisfying. “The Treasure Hunters Club” is a delightful read for fans of cozy mysteries and treasure hunts. Ryan’s skillful storytelling, relatable characters, and the intriguing blend of history and suspense make this book a perfect summer adventure. Whether you’re drawn by the allure of pirate treasure or the unraveling of long-held secrets, this novel promises a thrilling and enjoyable journey. Highly recommended!

Set in a small town, there is an infamous treasure that Peter, Dandy and Cass become tangled up in finding. The magic of this story is in the unforeseen places the plot takes you so I don't want to reveal any more than that! I would recommend going into this novel knowing as little as possible. I loved the way the mysteries unfolded slowly. Tom Ryan reveals the perfect little breadcrumbs at just the right time in order to pull off a truly good twist!

This was such a fun read! A lost pirate treasure, a private historical society, and family secrets made this book a great pageturner! There’s enough twists and turns that kept me guessing, but not so many that lost the overall plot of the story.

This book centres on the town of Maple Bay, a small town in Nova Scotia, where a pirate ship battled a British Navy ship in the late 1700s. Local legend states that the pirate captain buried a chest full of treasure somewhere near the town, and that a group of boys found the treasure in the 1920s, but was lost again after they had found it. Peter Barnett is estranged from his grandmother, but received a letter from her asking him to return to his family’s mansion. Dandy Feltzen, having recently lost her grandfather, begins following the clues he left her, hoping to solve the mystery he’d been pursuing his entire life. Cass Jones, a writer from New York, is floundering after a failed book release, but is given a new opportunity to house-sit in Maple Bay for a family friend. These three characters, all on their own paths, converge in Maple Bay, and on the hunt for the treasure defining the community.

This story was a lot of fun! There was a while where I wasn’t sure how the characters would come together, but the way they were introduced to each other was quite satisfying. I really liked how feisty Dandy is in the book, even when dealing with the loss of her grandfather. The narration change from third person to first person in Peter’s chapters did mess with the flow of the book, but didn’t affect how much I enjoyed the story. Overall, I really enjoyed this story, and will be looking for more books by Tom Ryan in the future!

I received an advance e-book from Grove Atlantic and NetGalley, and all opinions are my own. 4.5/5

New people are showing up in Maple Bay Nova Scotia, a coastal town with beautiful views and historical secrets. Cass is house-sitting for a year and hopes to revive her defunct writing career. Peter is turning forty, and is contacted by his ninety year old grandmother who he didn't know existed. Her letter, inviting him back to his ancestral home of Bellwoods, came at a great time-his life was a shambles and he was happy to bail on his dodgy roommate. They enter a place of mystery. Local lore has it that a fierce sea battle ended with a treasure being brought ashore and buried somewhere on the grounds. Locals and out-of-towners alike have come looking for the loot with all sorts of devices, maps, and various levels of enthusiasm. It is even said that a few generations back, some townie children found the treasure and reburied it so they could dig it up later. Unfortunately, just when the younger generation gets serious about solving the mystery, their elders start dying without having revealed what they knew. Will Cass write the book that explains the mystery? Will the dead bodies stop piling up? Will Peter ever get that furnace fixed? And exactly what does the town librarian know?
This was a really fun read. Like in all mysteries, the reader immediately starts eliminating suspects...well good luck with that. There's a great plot twist that will make you feel like a fool when it happens and will make you rethink everything that you thought you knew. Happy hunting!