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During an antiterror convention in Washington, D.C., Frank Hardy’s girlfriend is taken hostage. The capture propels the Hardy brothers into a high‑stakes terrorist plot that tests their detective skills.
The brothers race against time, following clues that lead them through a network of suspects and dangerous traps. Their investigation brings them face‑to‑face with a covert group determined to silence anyone who challenges their agenda.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Franklin W. Dixon
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