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In "The Message in the Hollow Oak," Nancy Drew probes the mystery of an ivory elephant charm that is rumored to protect its wearer from harm. Her curiosity leads her to the Bengleton Wild-Animal Show, where she suspects a member is involved in a covert scheme.
Through her keen detective work, Nancy pieces together clues, confronts suspects, and ultimately discovers the truth behind the charm and the plot. The adventure showcases her determination, intuition, and the classic mystery-solving spirit of the beloved Nancy Drew series.
First publish date: 1935
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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