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In the small town of Willowbrook, Titus, Timothy, and Sarah-Jane find themselves at the center of a whirlwind of local drama. As the annual hospital fundraiser draws near, the trio discovers that their own lives are threatened by the arrival of a copycat clown who has been causing mischief in the community. In a race against time, they must solve the mystery of the missing photograph and prevent the clown from ruining the event. As they delve into the dark corners of Willowbrook's history and uncover the truth behind the copycat clown, they must confront their own fears and secrets, and decide whether they have the courage to save the town from its darkest fears. This thrilling mystery novel combines the elements of a classic murder mystery with a touch of supernatural horror, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Elspeth Campbell Murphy
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