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Three young detectives become involved in two intertwined mysteries: the disappearance of an ancient Japanese jeweled belt from a museum exhibit and the strange antics of a group of gnomes around an elderly woman's house. As they investigate, the kids use their wits and teamwork to uncover clues, unravel the truth, and bring the hidden treasure and mischievous gnomes to light.
First publish date: August 12, 1966
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Robert Arthur
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