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This juvenile mystery, written by Mildred Wirt Benson, follows a collegiate detective through a series of puzzling clues documented in diary entries. Set amid the traditions of Greek letter societies, the narrative weaves investigative suspense with action‑filled adventures, all viewed from the perspective of campus life. The familiar detective Nancy Drew appears, adding another layer of intrigue to the unfolding mysteries.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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