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During a family vacation to the Florida Keys, the Alden children encounter suspicious characters, unsettling nighttime incidents, and an underhanded scheme to pilfer precious coral. Their curiosity and courage compel them to investigate the truth behind the theft, turning their trip into a thrilling adventure.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gertrude Chandler Warner
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