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In this fourth entry of the Nancy Drew Diaries, Nancy, Bess, and George face a cascade of crimes in a nearby town: a bookstore burns, a harbor boat sinks, and a valuable dog is kidnapped. All events echo the thrilling plots of renowned mystery author Lacey O’Brien. The trio must sift through clues and suspect motives—Lacey’s own publicity stunt, a devoted fan, or the bookstore’s owner, Paige Samuels—to protect their community and solve the sinister puzzle. Their investigation blends literary detective work with real‑world danger, testing their wit and resolve.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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