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The Clue of the Tapping Heels

Pages
212
Published
1939
Language
English

Synopsis

A retired actress's house is filled with strange tapping sounds, and young detective Nancy Drew is on the case to uncover the mystery. She must follow the clues to find the source of the peculiar noises before they lead to something more sinister. Join Nancy as she navigates this intriguing puzzle.

About the author

C
Carolyn Keene

Carolyn Keene is the pseudonym of the authors of both the Nancy Drew Mystery Stories (and a spin-off called River Heights) and The Dana Girls Mystery Stories, both produced by the Stratemeyer Syndicate.

Characters

Nancy DrewProtagonist
Carson DrewSupporting
Bess MarvinSupporting
George FayneSupporting
Hannah GruenSupporting
All characters in The Clue of the Tapping Heels

Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Clue of the Tapping Heels need to be read in series order?

    While part of a long-running series, this particular mystery is self-contained. New readers can pick it up without needing prior knowledge of Nancy Drew's previous adventures.

  • Is there a film adaptation of The Clue of the Tapping Heels?

    This specific Nancy Drew mystery was adapted into a film titled "Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase" in 1939, though it takes significant liberties with the original plot.