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When the coveted Comstock diamond goes missing, teen detectives Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys assemble for a high‑stakes search aboard a private train. The journey from Chicago to San Francisco—mirroring the thief’s original escape route—draws the detectives into a web of intrigue. A villain attempts to derail the investigation, while hidden threats loom over the passengers. Amid the action, the duo must outwit a mastermind ready to destroy their mission and endanger everyone aboard.
The adventure blends mystery and rail‑road action, showcasing the teamwork and ingenuity of America’s most celebrated teen detectives.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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