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Nancy Drew investigates the three‑year‑old disappearance of superstar Jesse Slade. Detecting a clue on the final concert videotape, she poses as a VJ at a rock TV station to uncover hidden truths. Inside, she discovers a sound studio that churns out deadly music.
The mystery deepens as Nancy navigates dangerous clues and confronts those responsible, turning a child‑friendly detective adventure into a gripping thriller that blends music, mystery, and youthful ingenuity.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson
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