The Secret of the Old Clock
by Leslie McFarlane
Taste attributes: mysterydetectiveteenfamilyfastwholesomelightlinearenclosedemotionally undemandingsolving the riddle/not as it seemsempowerment/personal growthfighting evil
Boxlist takeA good-natured, accessible mystery, fast rather than slow-burning. Best if you like warmth over edge.
Pace: fast · Originality: balanced · Tone: very wholesome · Weight: light · Realism: balanced · Story: balanced · Structure: very linear · Look: balanced · Scale: balanced · Emotional punch: balancedHow we score
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4.2 / 5
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About This Book
Nancy Drew's first mystery begins when she becomes intrigued by a missing will that could change the fortunes of several families in her town. As she follows a trail of clues connected to an old clock, Nancy uncovers secrets, confronts schemers, and proves her determination and resourcefulness.
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- Author
- Leslie McFarlane
- Published
- 1930
- Pages
- 192
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