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Jed Shannon, a rising American movie star, is left on an English film set with a deadly threat looming. The Hardy Boys are enlisted to protect him, drawing the duo into an old moorland mansion filled with secrets and danger.
Their sleuthing turns into a mystery worthy of Sherlock Holmes, as clues point to a conspiracy that opens into the darkest corners of London. With the Hardy Boys’ quick wit and teamwork, they untangle the plot and bring justice to the unsuspected Hollywood star. The adventure blends classic mystery with atmospheric English countryside settings, delivering action and suspense in typical Hardy Boys fashion.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Franklin W. Dixon
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