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In *The Sign of the Twisted Candles*, Nancy Drew embarks on a mystery that leads her to an elderly man’s concealed wealth. As she pieces together clues, she not only resolves a painful family feud but also reveals the identity of an orphan with unknown parentage. This young adult detective story blends adventure, suspense, and the classic thrill of Nancy’s investigative prowess.
First publish date: 1933
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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