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Cast of Criminals is an exciting mystery novel, the 97th book in the popular Hardy Boys series. It was written by Franklin W. Dixon and first published in 1989 by Minstrel Books. This book follows the famous detective brothers, Frank and Joe Hardy, as they solve a puzzling case involving a play.

The Mystery Unfolds

The story takes place in and around Bayport, New York, and also in the busy New York City. Frank and Joe Hardy are asked to help the Bayport Players, a local theater group. They are putting on a new version of a famous play called "Homecoming Nightmare."

Frank's girlfriend, Callie Shaw, is the main actress in the play. But soon, strange things start to happen. Someone in the cast seems to want Callie's important role. They are causing problems to try and get her to leave the play.

A special tiara that Callie bought for the play suddenly goes missing. Callie also starts receiving messages that make her worried. She asks Frank and Joe to find out who is causing all this trouble before the play's opening night. The Hardy Boys take on the case, but they don't realize that the person causing all the problems is actually someone working right alongside them in the play! It's up to Frank and Joe to uncover the truth and save the show.

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