The Secret of the Old Clock
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 1930 · Est. 5 hour read

The Secret of the Old Clock

By Carolyn Keene

Part of the Nancy Drew Mystery Stories series

A young woman investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding a wealthy man's death and the disappearance of his will.

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192 pages· 34,724 words· Est. 5 hour read
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Nancy Drew faces a race against time to locate a missing will that could change everything. With the Topham family poised to seize an inheritance, Nancy must unravel the mystery of the old clock to help Mr. Crowly's friends. Will she succeed before it's too late? Dive into this classic mystery and join Nancy on her thrilling quest.

From the publisher

A special treat for Nancy Drew fans, and any reader who’s new to the series! We’re releasing a stunning new edition of an old favorite: The Secret of the Old Clock, the first book in the incredibly popular, long-running series. It’s the same exciting mystery that readers have fallen in love with for more than 80 years—Nancy Drew has to help Mr. Crowly’s friends find his missing will, before the evil Topham family steals his full inheritance. Now with a brand-new look, this is an edition that collectors won’t want to miss!

At a glance
Format
Pages
192
Words
34,724
Reading age
7–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
760L
Themes & topics
Books about inheritancesBooks about lost and found possessionsBooks about helping othersBooks about detectivesBooks about sleuthing
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.4
F&P level
~R
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
5645
Publication
Published
May 1, 2014
First published
January 1, 1930
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780448479699

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