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Voices at Whisper Bend
Children's fiction
Voices at Whisper Bend
Book 4 of the American Girl History Mysteries series
162 pages · First published 1999
During World War II, a young heroine living near Whisper Bend hears information that suggests something secret or dangerous may be happening in her community. Wartime rumors, coded messages, and the difficulty of knowing whom to trust transform familiar surroundings into the setting for an investigation. Her efforts to uncover the truth introduce historical details about life on the American home front while keeping the mystery accessible to younger readers. Katherine Ayres combines suspense and history in an American Girl mystery where listening carefully becomes the first step toward solving what adults have overlooked.
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Wartime/battle violence and peril
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Bush Tea with Honey
A fragrant cup of tea suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Family Secret Sour
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A warming pour with a sharp edge suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
What you'll need
- 2 oz bourbon
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 3/4 oz simple syrup ↗
- 1/2 oz pasteurized egg white or aquafaba (optional) ↗
- Ice
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- If using egg white, dry-shake first. Add ice and shake again, then strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish: Lemon peel.
- Glassware: Rocks glass.
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