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When a daring million‑dollar bank robbery exposes evidence that leads the Hardy Boys to an exclusive prep school, they stealthily infiltrate the campus to uncover the mastermind behind the crime. Combining classic mystery and school‑life intrigue, the story follows the brothers as they use their investigative skills and clever gadgets to solve the case, all while navigating the secrets of a secluded educational institution.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Franklin W. Dixon
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