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Nancy Drew and her friends take on a warmhearted mystery when a woman begs for help in finding her missing grandson. The detective trio works through clues, letters, and attic secrets to solve the case and restore a family. The story combines classic Nancy Drew adventure with the intrigue of missing persons and a touch of musical charm, keeping readers engaged in a lively detective narrative.
First publish date: 1943
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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