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When Samantha Asher visits her great‑uncle, successful novelist Roger McEwan, she is invited into his secluded home on Catalina Island. The charming yet self‑absorbed author introduces her to a game of intrigue that quickly spirals into a thrilling mystery. As the stakes rise, Samantha must confront the darker side of her uncultured family’s legacy and solve the puzzle before it becomes a reality.
The novel blends suspense and youthful curiosity, illustrating the challenges of growing up while facing adult deception and danger. Set against the isolated backdrop of an island retreat, it offers a compelling look at the interplay between literature, ambition, and morality in a young adult framework.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Joan Lowery Nixon
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