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Two Points to Murder
by Carolyn KeeneNancy searches for the practical joker who is stalking the Emerson College basketball team before the team blows its chance for the play-offs.
Uncivil Acts
by Carolyn KeeneA Civil War reenactment should be fun, right? Not in our town! It feels like war fever's taken over. The tension started to build when we all chose sides. Confederate and Union sympathizers never did mix. And if that wasn't enough to heat things up, someone started to secretly dig large holes in the battlefield. Pretty odd -- and very suspicious. Is someone waging a little war of their own, and trying to cheat? And if so, the bigger question is why?
Under His Spell (The Nancy Drew Files #116)
by Carolyn KeeneWorking with a telepathist to try to find a kidnapped woman, Nancy is feeling vibes all right, but they're coming from the charming man who holds her fate in his hands.
The Vanishing Act (The Nancy Drew Files #34)
by Carolyn KeeneWhen a rock idol becomes the invisible man, Nancy makes a guest appearance<P> Superstar Jesse Slade has been missing for three years -- until Nancy spots a clue on the videotape of Slade's last concert. She and her friends George and Bess fly to California to find out what really happened to the rock singer.<P> The first bombshell is that Slade's manager, Tommy Road, vanished at the same time. Posing as a VJ at a rock TV station, Nancy digs deeper into the music scene. Riches and fame are tempting prizes, but can they lead to murder? Nancy uncovers the answer in a deadly sound studio that pumps out killer music. All oldies...but baddies.
The Vanishing Statue (Nancy Drew Diaries #20)
by Carolyn KeeneNancy, Bess, and George must find a stolen statue in this twentieth book of the Nancy Drew Diaries, a fresh approach to the classic mystery series.Nancy is beyond excited when she receives an invitation to an elite celebration of the arts hosted by the Duchess Strickland, a woman once renowned for her collection who hasn&’t been seen in years. With Bess and George at her side, Nancy&’s certain it will be an evening she&’ll never forget. Then just days before the party, a priceless sculpture is stolen! Still, the Duchess vows the party will go on as planned—and Nancy is determined to use the opportunity to sniff out the thief. But on the big night, as creatives, collectors, and connoisseurs—all with their own motives—converge, it quickly becomes clear that crime, like art, is all about the illusion, and a stolen statue may be the least of Nancy&’s troubles.
What Disappears in Vegas . . . (Nancy Drew Diaries #25)
by Carolyn KeeneA missing bride leads Nancy on a chase through Las Vegas in the twenty-fifth Nancy Drew Diaries, a fresh approach to a classic series.Bess and George&’s cousin Veronica is getting married to extreme sports enthusiast Xavier Redd, and as a close friend of the family, Nancy has been invited to the wedding. Given the groom&’s big personality and love for the extreme, the wedding will take place in Vegas, and the couple plan to take advantage of local sporting opportunities in the week leading up to the big event. Not everyone in the family approves of Veronica&’s fiancé, though, especially because of the risk-taking behavior Xavier has introduced her to. And when one of the couple&’s sporting stunts almost ends in a serious accident, it&’s not clear whether it&’s an unfortunate coincidence or whether someone really wants to stop the wedding from happening. Still, the day of the wedding arrives. But when it comes time to exchange vows, the bride is nowhere to be seen. Is this just a case of cold feet? Or has one of the wedding guests created a cold-hearted plot? One thing&’s for sure—Nancy won&’t rest until she finds out.
The Whispering Statue: The Whispering Statue (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #14)
by Carolyn KeeneOnce again, Nancy faces two puzzling mysteries at once! The first concerns a valuable collection of rare books that Mrs. Horace Merriam commissioned anart dealer to sell--has he swindled her instead? The second mystery revolves around the baffling theft of a beautiful marble statue. To solve both mysteries, the famous young detective disguises herself and assumes a false identity. Despite these precautions, danger stalks Nancy's every move. An attempted kidnapping, a nearly disastrous sailboat collision, and an encounter with a dishonest sculptor are just a few of the exciting challenges that Nancy is faced with as she gathers evidence against a clever ring of art thieves.
The Whispering Statue (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #14, Original Version)
by Carolyn KeeneNancy and her friends visit a seaside resort to search for a marble statue with a remarkable resemblance to Nancy. In this story is the first appearance of Nancy's dog, Togo. Follow as many unlikely elements weave lives together, separated for decades. Beginning in the late 1950s, the first 34 Nancy Drew books were shortened and revised. This is the original text of the book as published in 1937 (in a facsimile reproduction from Applewood Books).
White Water Terror
by Carolyn KeeneNancy sets out to have a fun and exciting white water rafting trip, but sabotage causes events to take a dangerous turn, and it's up to Nancy to rapidly investigate.
Wicked Ways (The Nancy Drew Files #113)
by Carolyn KeeneTHE CASE: Crime is in fashion, and Nancy's looking to catch the rip-off artist in the act. CONTACT: Bess is about to make her modeling debut... unless the shoplifter steals the show. SUSPECTS: <P><P> Lesley Richards -- For a mall rat who loves to shop, stealing may be the only way to pay off her credit card bills. <P> Craig Jordan -- A maintenance worker at the mall, he may have found a way to clean up financially as well. <P> Mara Morrell -- She designed the jackets and now may have come up with the perfect way to publicize them: grand larceny. <P> COMPLICATIONS: Nancy knows that someone in this case is bound to get hurt... and it could be Bess. Nancy's friend loves to wear trendy clothes, but she also wears her heart on her sleeve.
The Witch Tree Symbol: The Witch Tree Symbol (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #33)
by Carolyn KeeneWhen a neighbor asks Nancy Drew to accompany her to an old uninhabited mansion, a new mystery opens ups, and danger lurks on the second floor. Nancy finds a witch tree symbol that leads her to Pennsylvania Dutch country in pursuit of a cunning and ruthless thief.The friendly welcome the young detective and her friends receive from the Amish people soon changes to hostility when it is rumored that Nancy is a witch! Superstition helps her adversary in his attempt to get her off his trail, but Nancy does not give up. Persistently she uncovers one clue after another.Nancy's intelligence and sleuthing ability finally lead to the fascinating solution of this puzzling case.
The Witch Tree Symbol (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #33, Original Version)
by Carolyn KeeneAn unusual hex sign leads Nancy Drew to the Pennsylvania Dutch country in pursuit of a thief who stops at nothing to get rid of her.
Without a Trace
by Carolyn KeeneHi, I'm Nancy Drew, and I've got a case to crack. Actually make that two cases. First a gorgeous Fabergé egg has been stolen. Who would have the heart to snatch such a precious family heirloom from someone new to town? Some housewarming that is!And if this isn't enough to keep me busy, someone's running through gardens and stomping on all the zucchinis. Needless to say, it's a big mess -- in more ways than one. Especially for Mr. Safer, who is suspected of squishing the squash. I'm pretty sure Mr. Safer's innocent. But who's the real vegetable vandal?
Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys, Super Sleuths 2: Seven New Mysteries
by Carolyn Keene Franklin W. DixonJoin Frank and Joe Hardy and Nancy Drew as they trace down a forger, purge an expert computer criminal and get on the track of who kidnapped the Hardy Boys. Picture descriptions included.
Secret Cargo (Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys Be A Detective Mystery Stories #4)
by Carolyn Keene Franklin W. DixonHelp your three favorite sleuths tackle a crime ring on America's highways when a young trucker asks Nancy, Frank, and Joe for assistance. He suspects that the people who have hired him to transport certain cargo are dishonest, and it's up to you, Nancy, and the Hardys to uncover the guilty culprits and their plot. Clues are scarce, but what starts out as a routine investigation becomes more and more perilous for the young detectives. You must choose which clues to follow and which ones to abandon as dangerous dead ends. Should the sleuths pursue the clues that lead to the sailboat named Greenglobe? Can they trust its owner? Only YOU can decide! SECRET CARGO is a Be A Detective Mystery Story filled with surprise endings, suspense, and lots of fun you'll never forget! This is not a book you can read straight through from beginning to end. You constantly have to choose multiple places to skip around.
Terror on Tour (Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys Super Mysteries #1)
by Carolyn Keene Franklin W. DixonThe Hardys are warned that something is going to happen at the Rockapazooma concert, but Nancy seems to be the only one to trigger their suspicions. Has she found the trouble?
The Mystery Of The Winged Lion (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #65)
by Carolyn Keene Paul FrameNancy and her friends are looking forward to a relaxing vacation in Venice, Italy. Then, they get shocking news. Their boyfriends, hoping to surprise the girls, have flown into Venice- but they have landed in jail! When they are kept in jail for an art theft that they did not commit, the boys must depend on Nancy to clear their names. Scrambling to prove their innocence, Nancy meets a Duchess from one of Venice's oldest families. She begs the young sleuth to help locate her kidnapped nephew and to stop the kidnappers from ruining her family's glass making business. Can Nancy solve these baffling mysteries? If she can, she and her friends are in for a fun-filled vacation and one of the world's most romantic cities. But if she can't... Their boyfriends will stay in jail and the kidnappers may get away with murder! Picture descriptions included.
Trail Of Lies (Nancy Drew Files Case #53)
by Carolyn Keene Anne GreenbergNancy and George join Carson Drew on a visit to Anchorage shipping magnate Henry Wilcox, and they are thrilled by the idea of exploring Alaska. But a cold case awaits...Nancy and George's trip to Alaska is thrilling, but it quickly turns chilly when the police accuse shipping magnate Henry Wilcox of using his ships to smuggle ivory. Mystery, romance and the dogsledding world of Alaska create an exciting backdrop for Nancy's latest case!
The Mystery Of The Brass Bound Trunk (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #17)
by Carolyn Keene Russell H. TandyA trunk that Nancy receives from her father for a trip to Buenos Aires becomes the center of a mystery. Beginning in the late 1950s, the Nancy Drew books were revised and condensed. This is the version published in 1934, before the changes.
The Mystery Of The Moss-Covered Mansion (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #18)
by Carolyn Keene Russell H. TandyWhy is the moss covered mansion so fiercely guarded by the red bearded man and what are the horrible sounds coming from there? And, can Nancy help her dad find a missing heiress? Join Nancy Drew along with Bess Marvin and George Fayne as they help the famous lawyer, Carson Drew, locate a missing heiress, uncover multiple crimes, and reunite long lost friends. This is the original story lines, not to be confused with later condensed, updated versions. This eighteenth book in the Nancy Drew series was originally published in 1941. In the late 1950s, the Nancy Drew books were revised and condensed. This is the version published before the revisions.
The Midnight Queen (Super Dungeon #5)
by Christopher KeeneThe hope of Crystalia lies in the Prophecy of Five. The prophesied princesses have traveled the kingdom, fighting monsters and tyrants across the realm to bring about peace. But not all of the princesses have returned safely. Without them, darkness begins to overtake the land and its inhabitants. At the center of the growing darkness is the mysterious Midnight Queen, a figure seemingly involved in every plot against the Goddess, including capturing the missing princesses. To protect the kingdom, Otto of the Royal Paladins volunteers to face the Midnight Queen. Eager to rescue their missing sisters, Princesses Sapphire and Emerald accompany him to the center of the darkness—the Midnight Tower. The Midnight Tower is a terrible place—corrupted, deadly, and home to the Midnight Queen. Unless they defeat the evil sorceress, Crystalia will succumb to the dark creatures under the queen&’s command. But the Tower knows their deepest fears, and a battle rages inside, as well as around, them. How will they keep the hope alive when they must overcome their greatest opponents yet—themselves?"A fast-paced adventure set in a fascinating world. Thumbs up!" —Matthew P. Schmidt, author of The City and the Dungeon"Chock-full of adventure and magic, and heroes fighting against great odds!" —Andrew Seiple, author of Threadbare"Great heroes, great villain, and a great story. If you haven't read The Midnight Queen, you're really missing out.&” —Zachariah Dracoulis, author of Galactic Badlands
The Trailblazing Life of Viola Desmond: A Civil Rights Icon
by Rachel KehoeYears before Rosa Parks famously refused to give up a bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama, Viola Desmond took a similar stand against racial segregation in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. On November 8, 1946, she was arrested for refusing to move from the "whites-only" section of a movie theater. Her heroic act inspired Black community leaders and made her a symbol of courage in the fight against inequality. This story of Viola's life is based on rare interviews with her sister Wanda Robson, who spent her life championing her sister's story and was successful in getting Viola a posthumous pardon that recognized she was innocent of any crime. From their childhood in Nova Scotia to Viola's career as a teacher in a segregated school and, later, her role as a pioneer in Black beauty culture, young readers are introduced to the girl and the woman who went on to become the face of the civil-rights movement in Canada.
Vincent Shadow: The Top Secret Toys (Vincent Shadow #2)
by Tim Kehoe Guy FrancisMore toys, more pressure, and more mystery in this exciting sequel to Vincent Shadow: Toy Inventor! After winning the annual Whizzer Toys Invention Contest, twelve-year-old Vincent Shadow can't wait to start his once-in-a-lifetime internship with the renowned Mr. Whiz. Vincent wants to come up with an idea that will make toy history-but he can't even think of one that will impress his little sister! In this sequel to Vincent Shadow: Toy Inventor, toys and trouble go hand in hand as Vincent faces the ultimate test: Save Whizzer Toys or disappoint kids everywhere.
Abduction!
by Peg KehretMatt is missing. Bonnie's brother left his classroom to use thebathroom --and disappeared. A police dog traces his scent to the curb, where he apparently got into a vehicle. But why would Matt go anywhere with a stranger? Overwhelmed with fear, Bonnie discovers that her dog is gone, too. Was Pookie used as a lure for Matt? Bonnie makes one big mistake in her attempt to find her brother. In a chilling climax on a Washington State ferry, Bonnie and Matt must outsmart their abductor or pay with their lives.
Animals Welcome: A Life of Reading, Writing, and Rescue
by Peg KehretA moving memoir from an award-winning authorA mother cat and her kittens, shot with a pellet gun. A poacher illegally stalking a bear. Peg Kehret tells these true stories and more as she invites readers into her life on a small wildlife sanctuary. Vividly showing the joys of animal rescue while providing facts about the animals and birds she encounters, Kehret also shares the tragedy of her husband's sudden death, and the pain of losing Pete, the shelter cat who co-authored three of her books. Written with honesty, heart, and humor, Animals Welcome is a personal glimpse into the life of an author who loves animals, and the philosophy by which she lives. .