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Dungeons & Detectives

By Franklin W. Dixon
Series: Hardy Boys Adventures
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Dungeons & Detectives by Franklin W. Dixon follows the adventures of young detectives as they dive into a fantastical journey, blending mystery-solving with the intrigue of a magical world. The protagonists embark on an adventure that requires them to unravel cryptic mysteries within an enchanted realm, all while encountering whimsical creatures and formidable challenges. This children's book combines the excitement of classic detective stories with the enchantment of a fantastical setting.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love thrilling adventures that blend mystery and fantasy elements. It’s a fun and imaginative read that combines the intrigue of detective work with the excitement of dungeon exploration, perfect for young readers with vivid imaginations.

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Originally published in hardcover in 2019 by Aladdin.

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Brother detectives Frank and Joe search a hidden castle for clues to help them find a missing comic book in the nineteenth book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series.

Frank and Joe have been hanging out at Sir Robert’s Comic Kingdom, the local comic and gaming shop, and received an exclusive invite to this year's Halloween costume ball at Bayport’s one and only castle. Sir Robert plans to use the big event to unveil his most prized possession, a super rare comic that is rumoured to contain a map to buried treasure.

Sir Robert agrees to show his store regulars—who now include Frank and Joe—a sneak preview of the comic before the party. But when he goes to unlock the fireproof casing, he finds that the book is gone.

It will take all of Frank and Joe’s recently acquired LARPing skills to solve this case. Anything can happen in a castle full of dungeons and deception. Can the Hardy boys keep up?

Series: Hardy Boys Adventures

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  • Dungeons & Detectives
    Brother detectives Frank and Joe search a hidden castle for clues to help them find a missing comic book in the nineteenth book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series. Frank and Joe have been hanging out at Sir Robert’s Comic Kingdom, the local comic and gaming shop, and received an exclusive invite to this year's Halloween costume ball at...
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  • A Treacherous Tide
    Brother detectives Frank and Joe dive deep into the Florida Keys to find a missing person in the twenty-first book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series. Frank and Joe Hardy have been invited to take part in a conservation mission by a marine biologist at the Bayport Aquarium. The boys get to go on an all-expenses-paid trip to the...
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  • As the Falcon Flies
    Frank and Joe circle a new case in the wilds of Alaska in the twenty-fourth book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series. As the Falcon Flies follows Frank and Joe Hardy as they head to Alaska, invited by their parents’ friends, the Adenshaws. The brothers are thrilled to explore the stunning landscape with the help of their hosts' daughter,...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781534421059

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 October 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Aladdin

Illustration: f-c gloss uv cvr w- no sfx

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 150g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

Franklin W. Dixon is the author of the ever-popular Hardy Boys books.

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