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Stevie and Susan Carol, both eighth‑grade budding sportswriters, travel to Washington, D.C., to cover the legendary Army‑Navy football game. While immersed in the roar of the stadium, they stumble upon a mystery that only they can solve. Their investigation tests their investigative instincts and friendship, while showcasing the excitement of high‑school journalism and collegiate football traditions.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: John Feinstein
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