Books like Who stole Kathy Young? by Margaret Goff Clark
Set along the sunny, bustling shores of the Texas Gulf Coast, "Who Stole Kathy Young?" follows teenage detectives Meg and Kathy as they spot two suspicious tourists and begin their own whodunit. When Kathy disappears, the friends’ curiosity turns into real danger. Working together, they unravel clues, interrogate local residents, and confront the mystery of the kidnapping before the truth is buried beneath the tide. The novel blends suspense with a coming‑of‑age adventure suitable for young readers.
The story highlights friendship, investigative sleuthing, and the thrill of uncovering secrets on a familiar coastal landscape.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Margaret Goff Clark
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