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The Hidden Message
Children's fiction
The Hidden Message
Book 2 of the Adventures of the Northwoods series
142 pages · First published 1990
Kate and Anders O’Connell continue their adventures in Wisconsin’s Northwoods when a mysterious message points toward trouble that adults may not recognize. Decoding what has been concealed requires attention to details, local knowledge, and enough courage to follow the clues beyond ordinary childhood curiosity. The mystery also tests the siblings’ Christian values as they decide what to do with information that could affect someone else’s safety. Lois Walfrid Johnson’s second Adventures of the Northwoods novel blends historical setting, family relationships, faith, and a child-centered mystery.
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Tailor's Raspberry Lemonade
A bright, refreshing sip suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
What you'll need
- 1 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 1/2 oz raspberry syrup ↗
- 5 oz cold water
- Ice
How to mix it
- Stir lemon juice and raspberry syrup with cold water. Serve over ice.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel and raspberries.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Hidden Door Irish Coffee
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Rich coffee suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
What you'll need
- 6 oz hot coffee ↗
- 1 1/2 oz Irish whiskey
- 2 tsp brown sugar ↗
- 1 oz lightly whipped cream ↗
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How to mix it
- Stir hot coffee, Irish whiskey, and brown sugar in a warmed glass until dissolved. Float lightly whipped cream over the back of a spoon.
- Garnish: None.
- Glassware: Irish coffee glass or mug.
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