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The Secret of the Old Clock (Nancy Drew, #1)

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Mystery & Thriller Young Adult Fiction Classics Mystery & Thriller

by Carolyn Keene, Russell H. Tandy, Sara Paretsky

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3.98 (44.3K ratings)
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description 210 pages

The Secret of the Old Clock by Carolyn Keene, Russell H. Tandy, Sara Paretsky holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 44.3K reader ratings. First published in 1930. The book spans 210 pages.

About The Secret of the Old Clock

Nancy, unaided, seeks to find a missing will. To the surprise of many, the Topham family will inherit wealthy Josiah Crowley's fortune, instead of deserving relatives and friends who were promised inheritances. Nancy determines that a clue to a second will might be found in an old clock Mr. Crowley had owned and she seeks to find the timepiece. Her search not only tests her keen mind, but also leads her into a thrilling adventure.

Detail Value
Author Carolyn Keene, Russell H. Tandy, Sara Paretsky
Published 1930
Pages 210
Genres Mystery & Thriller, Young Adult, Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 3.98 / 5.00
Total Ratings 44,256

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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44.3K ratings
With a rating of 3.98, The Secret of the Old Clock is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs on par.

How It Compares

3.98
This Book
3.95
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Secret of the Old Clock?

The Secret of the Old Clock is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Young Adult, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is The Secret of the Old Clock worth reading?

Based on 44.3K reader ratings, The Secret of the Old Clock has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Secret of the Old Clock?

The Secret of the Old Clock has 210 pages.

Who wrote The Secret of the Old Clock?

The Secret of the Old Clock was written by Carolyn Keene, Russell H. Tandy, Sara Paretsky. It was first published in 1930.

What is the ISBN for The Secret of the Old Clock?

The ISBN-13 for The Secret of the Old Clock is 9781557091550.0.

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