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During a college fraternity treasure hunt, Nancy finds that the contest is marred by accidents and dirty tricks. The stakes rise as she works to uncover the truth behind the sabotage, aiming to stop the event from being shut down. Her investigation mixes the excitement of a mystery with the youthful energy of a college setting, keeping readers guessing as she delves into the culprit’s identity.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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