Book Series · 3 Books

Nancy Drew Mysteries Books

In order from The Secret of Candlelight Inn to The Chocolate-Covered Contest.

The Nancy Drew Mysteries series is a set of 3 chapter books by Carolyn Keene, published between 1997 and 1999. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 160 pages.

The Secret of Candlelight Inn
The Chocolate-Covered Contest
The Hidden Staircase
The Secret of Candlelight Inn
The Chocolate-Covered Contest
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Secret of Candlelight Inn
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · 1997

The Secret of Candlelight Inn

By Carolyn Keene

An inn's secrets threaten a foundation's noble mission.

160 pages· 28,704 words
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Summary: Emmaline Whitby's historic Candlelight Inn is left to a foundation for training Seeing Eye dogs. As Nancy investigates, she uncovers hidden secrets and lurking dangers that could jeopardize the foundation's plans. What mysteries lie within the inn's walls?
The complete set

Nancy Drew Mysteries Series

3 books · Published 1997–1999

Series
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$574

The Secret of Candlelight Inn

Chapter Book · 1997

An inn's secrets threaten a foundation's noble mission.

The Chocolate-Covered Contest

Chapter Book · 1999

A candy contest turns deadly as a million-dollar swindle unfolds.

The Hidden Staircase

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

A teen sleuth uncovers secrets in a haunted mansion while searching for her missing father.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Nancy Drew Mysteries series?

There are 3 books in the Nancy Drew Mysteries series. It began with The Secret of Candlelight Inn in 1997, and the newest book, The Chocolate-Covered Contest, was published in 1999.

What ages are the Nancy Drew Mysteries books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Nancy Drew Mysteries book is the longest?

The Hidden Staircase (Book #2) is the longest book in the series at 36,429 words (160 pages).

Which Nancy Drew Mysteries book is the shortest?

The Chocolate-Covered Contest is the shortest at 27,593 words (160 pages).

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The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Nancy Drew Mysteries to life.

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Carolyn Keene

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