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The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) — Content Guide for Parents

By Carolyn KeeneGrosset & Dunlap1968-12-01ISBN 9780448095097192 pages
The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9)

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

About this book

Another exciting mystery begins for the young detective when her friends Bess and George ask her to investigate a rumor that their wealthy great-granduncle, Asa Sidney, is virtually a prisoner in his own mansion. But solving the mystery and befriending Carol Wipple, the sixteen-year-old foster daughter of the caretakers of the old mansion, nearly costs Nancy the friendship of Bess and George. It takes all of Nancy's sleuthing ability as well as diplomacy to save it.Nancy braves one danger after another to bring to justice the swindlers who are stealing Asa Sidney’s fortune. With only the sign of the twisted candles to guide her, Nancy uncovers hidden treasure and an amazing letter that ends a family feud and brings unexpected happiness to Carol.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book is described as a mystery series for young readers with no significant violence. The situations Nancy encounters are engaging but not violent or graphic. The book includes elements that create a 'creepy factor,' such as a mysterious old man and the setting involving twisted candles, but it is described as suitable for young readers and not overly scary.

  • Does The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) have violence?

    The book is described as a mystery series for young readers with no significant violence. The situations Nancy encounters are engaging but not violent or graphic.

  • Does The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) have scary content?

    The book includes elements that create a 'creepy factor,' such as a mysterious old man and the setting involving twisted candles, but it is described as suitable for young readers and not overly scary.

  • Does The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) have religious themes?

    No religious content or themes present in the narrative of 'The Sign of the Twisted Candles.'

  • Does The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) have racial/cultural content?

    While the series has undergone revisions to remove racial stereotypes, race is not a central theme in 'The Sign of the Twisted Candles.'

  • Does The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) have profanity?

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  • Does The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) have climate change?

    No climate themes or discussions present in the narrative of 'The Sign of the Twisted Candles.'

  • Does The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) have sexual identity?

    No sexual content or themes detected in the search results for 'The Sign of the Twisted Candles.'

  • Does The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) have gender roles?

    No explicit gender roles or themes detected in the narrative of 'The Sign of the Twisted Candles.'

  • Does The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) have lgbtq+ themes?

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