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Evil in Amsterdam (Nancy Drew & Hardy Boys Super Mysteries #17)

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Evil in Amsterdam is probably my favorite Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys Super Mystery. I have read it five or six times now and I never get tired of it. My favorite thing about the book is that you it is so intriguing to ponder who the culprit is. I also loved how the two mysteries tied into one. In some of the books a very poor job of tying the two mysteries together is done and in this one it was woven beautifully. I also thought that the role of Ot in the story was extremely pivotal in solving the mystery, especially at the end. I would recommend this book to not only someone who loves Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys but to anyone who loves a good mystery.

This is definately one of Carolyn Keenes best mysterys yet!! Nancy Drew and George Fayne are in Amsterdam for George's friend Merissa's wedding. But when they get there they find that Merissa is missing! Meanwhile, Frank and Joe Hardy are in Amsterdam also. They are looking for a cache of missing gold that was stolen a long time ago... by Nazi soldiers! Could the cases be connected? And can the amazing detectives find the answers before it is too late? Go to the nearest book store and find out!!!!

Having read the Hardy Boys books from the originals published in the early 1930's until now, I have noted many changes, nearly all for the better. While I have not read as many of the Nancy Drew books, I have also noted many positive changes in that series as well. Not the least of which is that Nancy is no longer always portrayed as wearing a dress or a skirt. The image on the cover of this book has her in denim jeans and in action.
One of the most positive aspects of this book is the historical references. All three of the teen adventurers are in the Netherlands and are working on a case involving gold looted from the Dutch by the Germans in World War Two. It is pleasing to see that a little history will be learned by anyone who reads the book. Another positive aspect is that Nancy and her girlfriend George are no shrinking violets. When the boys square off against two men, Nancy and George jump in and contribute a great deal to the battle.
Of course, they solve the mystery, recovering the gold and catching the villains. That is of course a given in these stories. However, in this case, they all use their brains, demonstrating resourcefulness and an ability to adapt. There is very little in the way of violence, even the fight scenes are controlled and the heroes and heroines do nothing that requires a leap of imagination.

I didn't think this book was as good as Keene's other books. the mystery part wasn't even that good. it took so long for everything to happen.and what about nancy and frank???they appear even remotly interested in each other.

I can't complain about this series. I enjoyed everyone of them several times. My mom even reads them. It is a great concept to have them work together. It would be fun to see a new tv series based on these books.

It was a thrilling adventure! I didn't put it down till I was done!

I read this book months ago. It was the first one I ever read but it is one of the best. In the beginning Nancy and George are on vacation in Amsterdam to visit one of Georges' friends. They meet up with Frank and Joe who are there to investigate a robbery from the 1940's. They are searching for a load of gold bullion stolen by the Nazis. It has lots of unexpected happenings but is VERY good! I reccommend this to anyone who likes mysteries.