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In this engaging detective tale, the rare edition of The Wizard of Oz goes missing from the town library. Accused of the theft, Becky relies on her twin brother Toby to track down hidden clues tucked into four other books. Together, they follow a trail that leads to a secret treasure, proving Becky’s innocence and delivering a thrilling, book‑loving adventure suitable for middle‑grade readers.
First publish date: September 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Avi
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