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The Clue of the Broken Locket

Carolyn Keene
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The Clue of the Broken Locket

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1965

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Carolyn Keene

The Clue of the Broken Locket

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1965
Book Details
Pages

178

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Maryland • 1940s

Publication Year

1965

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In Carolyn Keene's The Clue of the Broken Locket, a person named Nancy Drew assists two individuals connected with a mysterious locket. As Nancy investigates, she uncovers secrets tied to family, deception, and hidden locations, all while navigating complex relationships and intriguing clues to solve the mystery.

Mysterious

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Informative

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

15,442 ratings

70%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Clue of the Broken Locket by Carolyn Keene receives mixed reviews. Readers appreciate the engaging mystery and the cleverness of Nancy Drew. The setting and plot twists captivate fans, though some find the storyline predictable. Character development is praised, but a few note clichés in the narrative. Overall, it remains a beloved classic for young mystery enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Clue of the Broken Locket?

A reader who enjoys The Clue of the Broken Locket by Carolyn Keene likely appreciates classic mystery stories with a keen young detective, similar to fans of The Secret of the Old Clock or The Boxcar Children series. This reader enjoys unraveling puzzles and following clues in a suspenseful yet accessible narrative.

4.3

15,442 ratings

70%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

178

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Maryland • 1940s

Publication Year

1965

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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