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The Lure of the Italian Treasure
Mystery and suspense
The Lure of the Italian Treasure
Book 157 of the The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories series
Frank and Joe Hardy become involved in a case centered on the lure of treasure in Italy. The brothers investigate historic sites, valuable objects, and competitors drawn by the same prize, trying to separate genuine evidence from distractions created by whoever wants the truth concealed. As the danger increases, they rely on teamwork, quick thinking, and their willingness to follow clues into unfamiliar situations. Franklin W. Dixon’s Hardy Boys adventure mixes European treasure adventure with the series’ fast-paced juvenile detection, giving its central gimmick a practical criminal mystery for Frank and Joe to unravel.
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Violence, weapons, and peril · Mild frightening/intense material
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Chapterhouse Cold Brew
Rich coffee suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
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- Garnish: Orange peel if listed; otherwise none.
- Glassware: Mug or highball glass as appropriate.
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A crisp botanical pour suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
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- 2.5 oz gin
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- Ice
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- Stir gin and vermouth with ice until well chilled. Strain into a chilled glass.
- Garnish: Lemon twist or olive.
- Glassware: Martini glass.
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