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This juvenile mystery story, starring a charismatic female detective, is part of a popular adventure series. It blends detective work, exotic locales, and the classic suspense of a missing artifact, appealing to fans of mystery and adventure alike.
First publish date: 1933
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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