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When Harry stays with his grandfather in a sprawling old mansion, he learns of a family treasure—Paul Revere spoons and a diamond—that the grandfather misplaced years ago. To add excitement, the grandpa invites Harry’s cousins to help locate the items. A sudden blizzard traps the children inside, and they soon realize someone else is lurking in the house and after the same treasure. Together, they must outwit the intruder and uncover the long‑hidden loot.
First publish date: 1948
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Helen Fuller Orton
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