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When a conniving city councilman plots against Whit’s End and its leader John Avery Whittaker, the town’s safety hangs in the balance. Philip Glossman becomes a pawn in a darker game orchestrated by the enigmatic Dr. Regis Blackgaard. Without Whit’s orders, Eugene and Connie tamper with a secret computer room, unleashing the destructive Applesauce program. The story follows Whit’s frantic efforts to counter the mounting threats and uncover Dr. Blackgaard’s true motives, blending mystery, suspense, and a tech‑savvy adventure suitable for young readers.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Phil Lollar
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