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The Alden siblings find themselves embroiled in a series of mischievous pranks at a New York City hotel. Working together, they follow clues, question guests and staff, and use their quick wit to solve the mystery, turning their stay into a memorable family adventure.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gertrude Chandler Warner
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