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In this Hardy Boys mystery, brothers Frank and Joe are drawn into the world of karate when local tournaments face sudden threats. Their investigation reveals connections to an armory robbery that their father is also pursuing. Together, they unravel the clues, balancing their martial arts skills with detective work to uncover the shadowy killers behind the crimes.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Franklin W. Dixon
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