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Nancy investigates a thirty‑year‑old mystery involving the bizarre death of Mayor John Harrington. Her search for truth uncovers clues that challenge her assumptions about the past and the people who shaped the town.
The story follows Nancy as she pieces together the evidence, following a trail of hidden secrets that have been buried for decades.
Through her persistence and keen detective instincts, Nancy brings the truth to light and offers closure to a case long forgotten.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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