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When a story of lost treasure surfaces in Lake Misty Pines, three cousins decide to investigate the island in the middle of the lake. Their quest leads them into a mystery that hinges on an elusive stranger and the island’s hidden secrets. As they follow clues, the siblings must rely on each other’s wit and courage to crack the puzzle before time runs out.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Elspeth Campbell Murphy
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