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When Logan, a thirteen‑year‑old, and his family settle into a neglected house in rural Virginia, he learns the property hides a brutal past. The house’s previous owner was murdered, and the mystery lingers.
Logan, driven by curiosity, teams up with Arthur, his neighbor, to dig into the circumstances surrounding the crime. Determined to unveil the killer, the two embark on a suspenseful journey that tests their friendship and courage.
Set against the backdrop of a small Virginia community, the story blends friendship, mystery, and the thrill of uncovering hidden truths.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Mary Downing Hahn
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