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The Sign of the Twisted Candles (Nancy Drew, Book 9) |  | Author: Carolyn Keene
Brand: Penguin Group USA
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Media: Hardcover
Edition: Revised
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Pages: 192
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Dimensions (in): 7.7 x 5 x 0.7
MPN: 9780448095097
ISBN: 0448095092
EAN: 9780448095097
Publication Date: December 1, 1968
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Product Description
While solving the mystery of an old man s disappearing fortune, Nancy ends a family feud and reveals the identity of an orphan of unknown parentage. Author: Carolyn Keene Reading Level: Ages 8 to 14 years Format: Hardcover, 192 pages Publisher: Penguin Group USA ISBN: 9780448095097
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an older person's view November 4, 2009
Barry L. Adams (Chocowinity, NC)
First of all, I am an older person, a 64 year old happily married man. Whilst I have been aware of the Nancy Drew books all of my life I had never read any of them.
We purchased the 4 DVD set of the Nancy Drew movies that were made during 1938-1939 and absolutely fell in love with them. As a result my wife bought me the first 6 books in a set. These were the yellow cover books that had been revised from the originals.
Then I ran across the Applewood reprints of the original books. For someone my age it is my opinion that the Applewood books are more appropriate. The vocabulary and writing style of the late 1920's and 1930's was something with which I could identify.
Reading the stories was like talking with my parents and grandparents again - wonderful. For me it was a return to the age of innocence that was long lost: Innocence lost due to time and war.
The 'Sign of the Twisted Candles' is a great, fun tale full of twists and turns just as the book title suggests. I count it among my favorites, but then no matter which of the original Nancy Drew books I happen to read it too immediately becomes a favorite.
The story shows Nancy at her best when confronted with a deep mystery and neither she nor you could ever be dissappointed with this 'Twisted Tale". I highly recommend that you read it - and share the book with your Grandfather.
Any Nancy Drew fan will love this book and read it more than once.
Sign of the Twisted Candles, Book 9 September 15, 2009
George R. Gallegos
The book was in excellent condition and arrived promptly. It will make a wonderful gift for my niece!
 A Marvelous Review ^_^ March 25, 2009
Christopher A. Holmes (Ohio)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
In this story Nancy and her friends, Bess and George, go to an inn to spend the night for some reason. At said inn, they meet a seemingly normal girl named Carol. Afterwards, Carol introduces them to a nice old man named Asa Sydney, who turns out to be the relative of both Bess and George somehow... After his death, Bess and George split up due to family rivalry after the discovery that Asa was quite wealthy, and Nancy is cought in the middle!!! 'o'
Quote: "Oh Nancy~~ it's terrible! Asa has died!" (Carol Wimple)
Main Character: Nancy Drew~~~ A bright girl sbout the age of 18 or so who loves helping people. She is fashionable and easy to get along with, as she is always making friends with side characters. Her observation skills are very high. She does not always wear the most practicle clothing for crime fighting, as evident by the sketches in the book.
Setting: An old farmhouse that has been converted to an inn. The year is sometime in the 1950's, possibly...
Genre: Mystery
The author did a very good job using descriptive words and includes many details. The ending was happy ^_^
Someone who might like this book are children, ages 9-13, as it's easy to read and has a simple plot.
Overall, I thought it was a good book, although a little juvenile for people over the age of 13. It is perfect for someone looking for VERY light reading with a good plot that keeps your attention.
Love it-great book- great serious July 21, 2008
KM (Monroe, NJ USA)
Bought this for my daughter who is entering third grade. Personally I am thrilled she is reading books I read. She is borrowing from the library but she received the first few from an aunt and we have purchased what she can't find to borrow.
Well written with an appropriate sense of humor for her age level. As a teacher I'd say they are probably appropriate for grades 3 through 6 or 7th grade dependent on their reading level.
A Roadster Ride to America's Past March 24, 2008
Bobby Underwood (Manly NSW, Australia)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Applewood Books has turned back the hands of time and given back Nancy Drew to readers. Faithfully restored to its original form, word for word, this is the real Nancy. These beautifully reproduced hardback editions are not condensed, rewritten or updated. This is the Nancy Drew of the 1930's, her blonde bob and 30's style dress shown on the facimile of the original dust jacket, conjuring up images and phrases from the enchanted America of yesteryear.
While it is still a book designed for youthful readers, there is a bit more depth here in the originals, and not a small dose of nostalgia when read today. You can almost see the Coke sign outside the River Heights Theatre showing the latest Nancy Carroll picture, as Nancy goes whizzing past in hot pursuit of a clue.
"The Sign of the Twisted Candles" remains one of the best in the series conceived by Edward Stratemeyer, creator of The Hardy Boys. A ghostwriter from Iowa named Mildred Wirt fleshed out his story outlines and "Carolyn Keene" was born. When he died in 1930, his daughter Harriet continued to oversee his company and in 1933 "The Sign of the Twisted Candles," the ninth book in the popular series, was published. A warm and affectionate introduction by mystery writer Carolyn G. Hart is the only addition or deviation from how it first appeared in this lovely edition.
Nancy and her pals George and Bess are caught in a rainstorm and seek shelter at The Sign of the Twisted Candles. Nancy befriends a young orphan named Sadie and finds danger and mystery lurking at the Twisted Candles, of course. The plot revolves around Asa Sydney and his will, and a family fued which will cause George and Bess to desert Nancy for a time until a lesson about loyalty is learned. Nancy's father, famous lawyer Carson Drew, gets involved on behalf of his daughter, and Hannah Gruen, the Drew's houskeeper and mother-figure to Nancy, is present here as well.
Buried secrets and an attempt to run Nancy off the road offer plenty of action unmarred by today's brand of violence for readers. An exciting and heartfelt conclusion punctuates a wholesome mystery which provides a role model even today. These beautiful Applewood editions stand head and shoulders above the others as they help young readers discover Nancy in a romantically nostalgic past. It is a past more innocent to be sure, filled with ice cream parlors and roadsters, five cent Saturday mornings at the movies watching our favorite serial adventure and, of course, Nancy Drew.
Young readers will discover a new friend to rush home to after class and the joy of losing yourself in a book with this edition. Older readers who either read them in their own youth or bought them for their children all the time will heave a wistful sigh for a time long gone in America's past.
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