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In "High‑Speed Showdown," part of the Hardy Boys series, brothers Frank and Joe Hardy take to the water for an exciting motorboat race. While they prepare to outshine the competition, a saboteur threatens the outcome. The twins must uncover and stop the plot to keep the race fair and secure the victory for themselves and their friends. Their quick thinking and detective skills are put to the test as they navigate both high‑speed currents and criminal schemes.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Franklin W. Dixon
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