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Amidst a wartime brass rationing, a cunning thief is plundering from a factory. It falls to the dynamic Penny Parker to unravel this mystery through a chain of thrilling escapades. Tune in to follow her journey. - Summary by Amanda Leung

Late entry in the Penny Parker teen girl mystery series (1939-47) by one of the early ghostwriters (as Carolyn Keene) of Nancy Drew concerns an escaped embezzler, his revenge on the reporter whose articles helped convict him, and a long missing $50 grand. - Summary by BellonaTimes

In the dead of night, Peggy Parker, a budding detective, and her ally stumble upon a chilling scream echoing from an antiquated monastery thought to be deserted in their quaint town. On delving deeper, they unearth an uncanny cult hiding in the shadows! Journey with Peggy through her intriguing escapades as she seeks to unravel the enigma of the Cry at Midnight.

When a bridge is sabotaged, Penny Parker suspects foul play. With help from her quirky allies, she dives into a thrilling mystery that involves danger and clever sleuthing.

Behind the Green Door follows teen detective Penny Parker as she investigates a mystery at a ski resort. A reclusive old man keeps his granddaughter imprisoned in a remote cabin, and suspicious figures lurk around the lodge. Penny’s fearless sleuthing leads her straight into danger.

The Clue of the Silken Ladder follows teen detective Penny Parker as she investigates a mysterious curio shop owner, fraudulent spiritualists, and a series of daring burglaries. With sharp wit and determination, Penny races to uncover the truth in this fast-paced mystery.

Hoofbeats on the Turnpike is a thrilling young-adult mystery featuring teen sleuth Penny Parker. Drawn to a remote hill community by tales of a headless horseman, Penny and her friend Louise uncover a web of deception, sabotage, and hidden dangers threatening the town.

In Swamp Island, teen detective Penny Parker finds herself in the middle of a mystery involving an escaped embezzler, a vengeful criminal, and a missing fortune. As she navigates through danger and deception, Penny must use her sharp instincts to crack the case. A thrilling, fast-paced entry in the Penny Parker mystery series!

The Missing Formula is a thrilling young-adult mystery about orphan Anne Fairaday, who must uncover her father’s missing scientific formula before it falls into the wrong hands. With the help of her brave friend Madge Sterling, she embarks on a race against time filled with danger and deception.