Zach and Zoe start up "Odd Jobs Unlimited" as a way to beat the summer doldrums, but just when their business begins to take off with a dog-sitting job, bullying cousin Howie comes to stay. Juggling the needs of the pup and the demands of their cousin is difficult enough, but when household items start disappearing, the twins set out to solve the mystery.Kristin Butcher is the award-winning author of many books for children and young adults, including The Gramma War, Chat Room and Zach & Zoe and the Bank Robber . Kristin lives in Campbell River, British Columbia.    .