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The Living Portrait
Mystery and suspense
The Living Portrait
Book 18 of the Judy Bolton Mysteries series
Judy Bolton encounters a portrait whose lifelike presence and connection to an old story make it seem as though the past is intruding on the present. Rather than accepting the eerie appearance at face value, she investigates the people, history, and motives surrounding the picture. Family and friends become involved as the mystery reveals that art can preserve clues as effectively as documents. Margaret Sutton combines visual mystery, local history, and teenage detection in an adventure where a seemingly living portrait points toward secrets belonging to very real people.
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Crime/danger and peril · Mild frightening/intense material
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Vera’s Finest Oolong
A fragrant cup of tea suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
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- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Dark, toasty richness suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
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- Garnish: None.
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