The Flying Saucer Mystery facts for kids
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| Author | Carolyn Keene |
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| Cover artist | Ruth Sanderson |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Series | Nancy Drew Mystery Stories |
| Genre | Juvenile literature |
| Published | April 16, 1980 |
| Publisher | Wanderer Books |
| Media type | Print (hardback & paperback) |
| Preceded by | The Triple Hoax |
| Followed by | The Secret in the Old Lace |
Get ready for an exciting adventure with Nancy Drew! The Flying Saucer Mystery is the 58th book in the popular Nancy Drew Mystery Stories series. It was first published in 1980 by Simon & Schuster under the name Carolyn Keene. This book has been re-released several times, sometimes with new covers. The first edition had cool pictures inside by Ruth Sanderson, but these were removed in later versions. In 2005, it was printed again with a special "glossy flashlight" cover.
Contents
Unraveling the Mystery: The Plot
Nancy Drew and her friends head to the Shawniegunk Forest. They are looking for a mysterious flying saucer that is causing trouble for people living nearby. While they are busy with this strange mystery, a nature expert who lives in the forest asks for their help. He needs them to find a treasure his father left for him. On top of all this, they also have to figure out the puzzle of a Native American man who keeps appearing and disappearing!
Meet the Characters
This book features many familiar faces from the Nancy Drew series, plus some new ones!
Main Characters
- Nancy Drew: The clever and brave teenage detective.
- Carson Drew: Nancy's father, a smart lawyer.
- Hannah Gruen: The kind housekeeper who takes care of Nancy's family.
- Bess Marvin: Nancy's best friend, who is often a bit timid but very loyal.
- George Fayne: Nancy's other best friend and Bess's cousin. She is sporty and brave.
- Ned Nickerson: Nancy's boyfriend, who often helps her solve mysteries.
- Burt Eddleton: George's boyfriend.
- Dave Evans: Bess's boyfriend.
Other People in the Story
- Mr. Hal Drake: A guide in the forest.
- Mrs. Jan Drake: Hal Drake's wife and also a guide.
- Joseph Austin (Old Joe): A naturalist who lives in the forest and needs Nancy's help.
- Shoso: A mysterious Native American man who appears and disappears.
- Dr. Doyle: A veterinarian.
- Dr. Caffrey: A friend of Carson Drew.
- Dr. Halpern: An expert in chemicals.
- Dr. York: A scientist.
- Prof. Hendriks: An expert in plants (botany).
- Colonel Akon: A military officer.
- Major Tanner: Another military officer.
Animal Friends
- Susan B: Nancy's horse.
- Goalpost: Ned's horse.
- Trixie: Old Joe's dog.
- Kitty: Old Joe's wildcat.
