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Mystery at Deepwood Bay (A Mirror Mountain Adventure Ser. #3)
by Wynnette FraserWhen Johnny and Louise leave Mirror Mountain to look after their depressed uncle Jake on an island off the coast of South Carolina, they begin an investigation into church vandalism. A torn-down sign smeared with mud, a broken post, a hanging shutter, a cracked window, and a sanctuary filled with mud and trash. Someone is vandalizing Deepwood Bible Church, and the four Vandal Busters--Johnny and Louise Finlay, Sam Simmons, and Jeep Clark--are determined to find out who it is. Johnny Finlay and his sister Louise have come to Wistero Island to help their old Uncle Jake. Little did Johnny realize when they left Mirror Mountain how much he would learn from helping. Johnny learns more about God's love and how He can help you love others, even when they don't love you in return. WYNETTE FRASER lives in Darlington, South Carolina, and writes from her knowledge of the local rural people. She is also the author of Mystery on Mirror Mountain, Courage on Mirror Mountain and Invasion on Mirror Mountain, all in the Bookshare library. Ages 10-12.
Mystery at Devil's Paw (Hardy Boys #38)
by Franklin W. DixonThe Hardys head to Alaska to look into strange disappearances. They end up encountering men on a mission to steal US space technology. This is the original 1959 edition. From inside the book: The author proudly dedicates this book to the boys and girls of Alaska, which became our forty-ninth state during the writing of The Mystery at Devil's Paw.
Mystery at Kittiwake Bay
by Joyce A. StengelA new beginning. An old mystery. Cassie Hartt had never seen the ocean before and now it surrounds her. Her parents have split up, and she has moved with her mother and little brother to Kittiwake Bay, Maine. As Cassie struggles to adapt to life in the coastal town, she finds herself drawn to Waterview Manor, the mysterious mansion high up on a cliff. Though Waterview is now a retirement home, rumors of hidden treasure and passageways that were once part of the Underground Railroad swirl around the manor. Eager to learn more about the manor's history, Cassie becomes a volunteer. Before long, valuable objects are reported missing and everyone is a suspect. Cassie teams up with a new friend to search for clues, but as they dig deeper their investigation takes a dangerous turn. Can Cassie find the thief of Kittiwake Bay -- before the thief finds her?
Mystery at Lake Placid
by Roy MacgregorThere is fast-paced adventure, colorful settings, and plenty of thrilling hockey action in this exciting relaunch of the much-loved Screech Owls series.
Mystery at Lynden Sands
by J. J. Connington'Mr J. J. Connington is a name revered by all specialists on detective fiction' Spectator In the fourth Sir Clinton Driffield mystery, the detective finds himself up against a missing heir, an accidental bigamist, a series of secret marriages and impersonations and an ingenious scientific murder. Aided by his wit and powers of reasoning, as well as Wendover, his very own Watson, Sir Clinton once again succeeds in piecing together a solution as the novel reaches its thrilling climax.
Mystery at Lynden Sands (A Clinton Driffield Mystery)
by J. J. Connington'Mr J. J. Connington is a name revered by all specialists on detective fiction' SpectatorIn the fourth Sir Clinton Driffield mystery, the detective finds himself up against a missing heir, an accidental bigamist, a series of secret marriages and impersonations and an ingenious scientific murder. Aided by his wit and powers of reasoning, as well as Wendover, his very own Watson, Sir Clinton once again succeeds in piecing together a solution as the novel reaches its thrilling climax.
Mystery at Magnolia Mansion (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #97)
by Carolyn KeeneSomeone is trying to drive famed author Amelia Beaufort crazy--and Nancy and Bess have traveled to her moss-covered estate to help her out. As the two teens search the mansion for clues, they find themselves trapped in a real-life gothic tale.
Mystery at Malachite Mansion: Book Two in the Malibu Mayhem Trilogy
by Carolyn KeeneNancy Drew and her friends aren't having the most restful Malibu vacation. After noticing pollution on the shores of their beautiful beachfront condo, they check into the shady "holistic spa" next door to investigate a motivational guru who could be tied to ocean garbage dumping! An environmental, ripped-from-the-headlines adventure, with some Kardashian sister look-alikes thrown in. Book two in the Malibu Mystery Trilogy.
Mystery at Marin Marsh (Into Reading, Level S #50)
by Carol Stutz Denise JordanNIMAC-sourced textbook. Nezzie, Robin, and Theresa discover an illegal dumping site that is harming the nearby animals. The girls put on their detective hats and set out to discover who is behind the horrible dumping.
Mystery at Midnight (Cul-de-Sac Kids #24)
by Beverly LewisChildren's mystery, Grade 2-3, about a blind girl's missing guide dog. Easy chapter book.
Mystery at Moorsea Manor
by Carolyn Keene"No room at the inn" means someone wants Nancy to check out--permanently. There's nothing like riding a horse across the beautiful English countryside, and Nancy has been looking forward to this vacation. But the danger begins even before she arrives at stately Moorsea Manor. Someone steals a road sign, sending Nancy down a dark, twisting road to nowhere. When she finally finds the inn, she's almost killed by a bronze statue dropped from a second-story window. The owners tell her that there have been other "pranks" as well. And once someone gets hurt, the Moorsea Manor will be out of business. Now it's up to Nancy to find the culprit--before the guest list becomes a casualty list.
Mystery at Riddle Gully
by Jen BanyardPollo di Nozi, a reporter-in-training, has a nose for news. Weird things are happening in Riddle Gully and Pollo smells a major scoop. With Shorn Connery, her sheepish sidekick, Pollo is determined to track down the truth. But is Will, the new boy in town, conspiring with the pushy mayor, the Graffiti Kid, and a strange Transylvanian to send her sniffing up the wrong trail? Suspensful and humerous, this book unravels the mysteries of Riddle Gully.
Mystery at Saddle Creek: The Saddle Creek Series
by Shelley PetersonA violent death throws a horse-riding community into conflict, stirring up fear, uncertainty, mental illness, and a mysterious stranger … Summer vacation has finally started, and Bird is looking forward to an extended stay with her Aunt Hannah at Saddle Creek Farm. But before she can settle into the routine of riding Sundancer and preparing for shows, the community is thrown into chaos when a local woman is brutally attacked and left for dead. The police aren’t acting fast enough to satisfy the community’s calls for justice, so a vigilante group emerges to take matters into their own hands. Bird finds herself embroiled in the mystery. Who had reason to attack the woman? Does the strange man Bird and Sunny meet in the woods have anything to do with the crime? And how does the reappearance of her grandfather fit into the picture? As Bird struggles to get to the bottom of the mystery, she learns more than she bargained for about her community, her past, and human nature.
Mystery at Shelly Rock: An Inspector McLevy Short Story (Inspector McLevy Mysteries)
by David AshtonA thrilling short story featuring Inspector James McLevy and Jean Brash, available exclusively in audiobook. London had Sherlock Holmes. The dark alleys of Edinburgh had Inspector McLevy. "Shelly-coat, Shelly-coat! Gang awa' hame,I cry no' yer mercy, I fear no' yer name."Every child in Leith knows the legend of Shelly Rock, home to a gigantic fiend who stalks the North Sands at night and wreaks lethal havoc. When the body of Englishman Richard Sawyer is found in the early hours of Christmas Day under the shadow of Shelly Rock, locals are quick to blame the mysterious creature. Was it a tragic accident? Or is there a sinister, supernatural reason for the lawyer's death? Inspector McLevy is determined to uncover the truth. You can enjoy more from the world of James McLevy with the Inspector McLevy Series and the Jean Brash Mysteries, narrated by David Ashton and Siobhan Redmond.(p)2020 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Mystery at Shildii Rock
by Robert FeaganShort-listed for the 2009 Golden Eagle Book Award To the Gwich’in First Nation, Shildii Rock near Fort McPherson in the Northwest Territories is a place of deep mythological significance.When 12-year-old Robin Harris, the son of a Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer, spots someone on the rock staring at him, he just knows something is wrong. Robin and his friend Wayne Reindeer, a Gwichin youth, set out to discover what’s going on and to gain the respect of their fathers. But Robin is notorious for his overactive imagination and has a hard time getting anyone to believe him. To make matters worse, there’s a crazy Dutch trapper with an ugly disposition and murder in his eyes. And whenever possible a new boy in town throws wrenches into Robin’s plans. When murder comes their way, Robin and Wayne realize its too late to turn back. Will the boys unlock the secrets of Shildii Rock in time? Or will they, too, fall victim to a killer?
Mystery at the Club Sandwich
by Doug CushmanLola Gale has lost her marbles. Literally. Nick Trunk, private investigator, has been hired to find them. He’s a very good detective, but this case is a tough nut to crack. The only clues are an ostrich feather and lots of peanut butter-delicious peanut butter. Will Nick be able to solve this sticky crime? Monochromatic illustrations give this hilarious whodunit the dramatic feel of an old black-and-white movie, while endearing animals characters, plentiful P. I. and peanut puns, and a suspenseful but-not-too-hard-to-follow mystery make this a crime story that’s hard to put down.
Mystery at the Crossroads (Dana Girls Mystery #16)
by Carolyn KeeneThe Dana girls are plunged into another mystery during a visit to an old Civil War inn on a lonely country road. They hear singing in the woods, see a ghost, and discover a strange spoon with a handle in the shape of a man's head. The girls are shocked to learn from a jeweler that the spoon is cursed. The girls visit the old inn again and meet Nura, a young gypsy who has run away to avoid marrying a man whom she does not love. Nura instead longs to marry Stivo, but Stivo has been banished from the gypsy tribe for stealing a valuable silver platter. Can the Dana Girls solve the mystery to help Nura before the thief catches them?
Mystery at the Old Ranch: Boxcar Children Early Reader (Step into Reading) (Step into Reading)
by Gertrude Chandler WarnerThe Alden children were searching for a home–and found a life of adventure! Embark on an exciting journey with the Boxcar Children in this Step 2 leveled reader, as they spend a summer on their aunt's ranch, unraveling mysteries along the way. Perfect for early readers learning to read simple sentences. The Aldens spend the summer on their aunt's ranch! The ranch is a beautiful place, but there are some unusual things happening behind the scenes. As the Boxcar Children explore the land, they make an amazing discovery. Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner's Mystery Ranch chapter book, this early reader allows children to start reading with a Boxcar Children classic.Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
Mystery at the Rectory
by A. E. FieldingMystery at the Rectory, first published in 1937, is a classic British 'golden-age' murder mystery.The Rev. John Avery, rector of the village church, was famous for the eloquence and scholarly nature of his sermons. No one in attendance at the Sunday service was surprised then, when the rector, having evidently exchanged his notes for some other document, after a moment’s hesitation, delivered one of his most moving sermons extempore. They were, however, much surprised, when the rector was found dead the next morning the victim of an apparent accidental poisoning. Coming on the heels of the death of one of the leading young men of the village by a shooting, also ruled an accident, it seemed to all an unfortunate coincidence. To all, that is, except for Chief Inspector Pointer, who, by a much more fortunate coincidence, happened to be visiting the County Chief Constable for a spot of fishing. It falls to the Scotland Yard detective to unravel the web of secrets that form the...Mystery at the Rectory!
Mystery at the Ski Jump: Mystery At The Ski Jump (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #29)
by Carolyn KeeneWhen Nancy learns that the Drews' housekeeper has been duped by an elegantly dressed woman into buying a stolen fur piece, the young detective starts a search for the clever swindler. To Nancy's astonishment, she discovers that the woman is using the name Nancy Drew. The dishonest acts of the impostor point the finger of suspicion at Nancy herself and result in her being questioned by the police. Join Nancy in this thrilling mystery as she solves the mystery and clears her name.
Mystery by Moonlight (Nancy Drew #167)
by Carolyn KeeneA mountain lake harbors a hidden past! A charming lakeside cottage should be the perfect vacation spot for Nancy and her friends...until Bess becomes convinced that they’re sharing the place with ghosts. Strange thumps in the attic put them all on edge—except there is no attic. And worse, their neighbors, who are definitely alive, are giving them grief. To add to the chaos, a pair of bird-watching photographers sets dangerous traps in the woods, a summer camp director chases Nancy and Ned off his property, and the assistant curator of a nearby Native American museum warns them to stay away from an ancient burial ground. Then a surprising discovery reveals a long-lost mystery—and a family secret as black as night.
Mystery in Rocky Mountain National Park (National Park Mystery Series #1)
by Aaron JohnsonSecret Codes - Lost Landmarks - Hidden Clues - Real Locations Before Jake’s grandfather died, he was on the trail of a centuries-old mystery. And he has entrusted that mystery to Jake, leaving behind a set of hidden codes, riddles, maps, and other clues that lead Jake and his friends on a scavenger hunt into the heart of Colorado’s wild and rugged Rocky Mountain National Park. Through twists and turns, the mystery unfolds while Jake, Amber, and Wes learn about survival skills, natural history, integrity, character, and friendship. While camping in Rocky Mountain National Park, they discover they are not the only ones on this quest. An elusive shadow group is close on their heels. Illustrated by the author, this page-turning adventure is designed to capture the imagination of even the most reluctant of young readers. Parents looking for a delightful read-aloud adventure will find it hard to put down. (Word of Caution: readers frequently note that this is a “Please read just one more chapter” book). If your family loves the enchanted lands of our national parks, this series will take you to hidden places and into breathtaking landscapes. If you enjoy movies like National Treasure and Uncharted or mystery adventures like the Hardy Boys and Gary Paulsen’s survival story, Hatchet, you’ll love this first installment of the National Park Mystery Series.
Mystery in White: A British Library Crime Classic (British Library Crime Classics #0)
by Martin Edwards J. Jefferson Farjeon'The horror on the train, great though it may turn out to be, will not compare with the horror that exists here, in this house.'<P><P> On Christmas Eve, heavy snowfall brings a train to a halt near the village of Hemmersby. Several passengers take shelter in a deserted country house, where the fire has been lit and the table laid for tea - but no one is at home.<P> Trapped together for Christmas, the passengers are seeking to unravel the secrets of the empty house when a murderer strikes in their midst. This classic Christmas mystery is now republished for the first time since the 1930s, with an introduction by the award-winning crime writer Martin Edwards.
Mystery in the Cave (Boxcar Children #50)
by Gertrude Chandler Warner Charles TangHenry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny use to live alone in a boxcar. Now they have a home with their grandfather, and they're going on vacation to Dragon's Mouth Cavern. The four Aldens like rock hunting in the area, until Benny finds a sinkhole that leads to the underground caves. While exploring the caves they realize that someone doesn't want them there. But why? Can the Boxcar Children solve this new underground mystery?
Mystery in the Channel (British Library Crime Classics #0)
by Freeman Wills CroftsThe Chichester is making a routine journey across the English Channel on a pleasant afternoon in June, when the steamer’s crew notice something strange. A yacht, bobbing about in the water ahead of them, appears to have been abandoned, and there is a dark red stain on the deck… Two bodies later, with no sign of a gun, there certainly is a mystery in the channel. Inspector French soon discovers a world of high-powered banking, luxury yachts and international double-dealing. British and French coastal towns, harbours – and of course the Channel itself – provide an alluring backdrop to this nautical adventure, along with a cast of shady characters.