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Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary — Content Guide for Parents

By Carolyn KeenePenguin Young Readers Group1932-01-01ISBN 9780448095073192 pages
Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

Nancy and her friends, George and Bess, are returning from a country carnival when they witness the explosion and burning of a beautiful country mansion. Fearing its occupants may be trapped in the blazing building, they rush to the rescue - and unexpectedly fund themselves confronted with a mystery that seems to be insoluble. The first clue, an anonymous diary, includes not only indecipherable handwriting, but puzzling technical drawings and chemical formulas as well. Who dropped the diary near the burning house? Was it the gaunt stranger Nancy glimpsed running away from the flaming structure? What was he doing there? And does he know the whereabouts of Felix Raybolt, an unscrupulous dealer in patents, who has not been seen since his home burned? Or did Raybolt die in the fire? When evidence mounts against Joe Swenson, who was swindled by "Foxy Felix", our young detective makes the desperate effort to exonerate the inventor of the suspicion of arson because of his dear five-year-old daughter.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The story includes an incident where Nancy and her friends witness an exploding mansion, which suggests a moderate level of violence. However, the overall tone of the series is described as gentle and suitable for young readers. The mysteries in 'The Clue in the Diary' are described as gentle and not scary, suitable for young readers. There are no elements that would be considered frightening.

  • Does Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary have violence?

    The story includes an incident where Nancy and her friends witness an exploding mansion, which suggests a moderate level of violence. However, the overall tone of the series is described as gentle and suitable for young readers.

  • Does Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary have scary content?

    The mysteries in 'The Clue in the Diary' are described as gentle and not scary, suitable for young readers. There are no elements that would be considered frightening.

  • Does Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary have religious themes?

    No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are mentioned in the narrative of 'The Clue in the Diary'. The search results do not indicate any religious content.

  • Does Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme in 'The Clue in the Diary'. The search results do not indicate any explicit racism or identity politics concepts.

  • Does Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary have profanity?

    No profanity is detected in the narrative of 'The Clue in the Diary'. The search results indicate that the language is appropriate for young readers.

  • Does Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary have climate change?

    No climate themes or environmental issues are present in the narrative of 'The Clue in the Diary'. The search results do not indicate any related content.

  • Does Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is detected in the narrative of 'The Clue in the Diary'. The search results do not indicate any age-inappropriate themes.

  • Does Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary have gender roles?

    The book features female protagonists, Nancy and her girl cousins George and Bess, who engage in detective work. This framing suggests a modern feminist perspective by showcasing young girls in active, problem-solving roles.

  • Does Nancy Drew 07: the Clue in the Diary have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are detected in the narrative of 'The Clue in the Diary'. The search results do not indicate any LGBTQ+ content related to this specific book.