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During a sleep‑away camp, Dink and his friends practice sleuthing techniques under the guidance of camp counselors. Their training takes an unexpected turn when the camp’s art collection goes missing, and the children must apply their newfound investigative skills to uncover the culprit and recover the stolen paintings.
Set in a lively camp environment, the story blends the excitement of a mystery with the camaraderie of a youth group, offering a fun and engaging adventure for young readers.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Ron Roy
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