Nancy Drew Files

126 primary works • 135 total works

Cheating Heart

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1994

Visiting Ned Nickerson at Emerson College, Nancy must ask him some sensitive questions when a scandal breaks out that could lead to his expulsion, and she uncovers a secret obsession that puts more than broken hearts at stake.

Dance Till You Die

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1994

Bess has landed a job at the Razor’s Edge dance club, and she’s invited Nancy to check it out. With a wild young crowd, crazy costumes, and a handsome DJ, it’s the kind of place where anything can happen—and soon does. When the lights go out and someone screams, no one knows what is happening. But as soon as the blackout is over, Nancy makes a shocking discovery: Bess has disappeared!

Picture of Guilt

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1994

STARTLING EVIDENCE GIVES NANCY A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON THE FINE ART OF MURDER. Nancy's spending Thanksgiving in Paris, the city of light, love.. .and mystery. Her neighbor is Ellen Mathieson, a professor whose study of painter Josephine Solo has suddenly taken a dark and disturbing turn. Ellen's research assistant is dead -- killed in an accident exactly like the one that took Solo's life six months before! Josephine Solo left a legacy of secrecy and scandal. . .even the possibility of a double life. But Nancy begins to suspect that some of the professor's students also have something to hide. Paris is full of powerful temptations -- forbidden romance, secret passions, financial greed -- any one of which could lead to a motive for murder.

Counterfeit Christmas

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1994

When crime crashes in, Nancy finds that the money may be fake, but the danger is all too real! Bess has gotten a real surprise for Christmas: two crisp new twenties that turn out to be fake. Her aunt, who works at River Heights magazine, unwittingly passed them along, and Nancy's out to trace the funny money to is source. But there's one very big distraction: suspect Stuart Teal. He has looks to die for... and clearly has designs on Nancy. Stuart may want to corner the market on Nancy's affections, but she can't afford to take the chance... especially when another top suspect is found dead. Drawn into a world where greed rules and life isn't worth a plug nickel. Nancy has no choice but to keep her eye on the bottom line. She's searching for a counterfeiter who fits the bill of a murderer.

Heart of Ice

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

For Nancy and Ned, a week alone together in Washington State is a dream come true. But at the last moment, their vacation plans take a chilling turn. The owners of the Alpine Adventures guide service have been victimized by a campaign of terror, and to get to the bottom of the nasty business, Nancy must go to the top of Mount Rainier.

Kiss and Tell

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

A TASTE OF ROMANCE LEADS NANCY TO A RENDEZVOUS WITH DANGER!

Esme Moore, America's hottest romance writer, has come to River Heights, and the rumors are swirling.

She's written her autobiography, a book of true confessions, and the scandals are sure to explode off the page. But someone has vowed to kill the book -- or Esme -- before her revelations come to light. It's up to Nancy to find the source of the threat.

Speaking of scandals, Nancy may be on the verge of starting one of her own. A handsome young River Heights detective has joined her on the case, and Nancy's beginning to wonder if romance is simply in the air. But for now, she must attend to the intrigue at hand: the web of jealousy, suspicion, and betrayal that threatens to destroy Esme Moore.

Stolen Affections

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

While teaming up with River Heights detective Sam Fanelli after an eight-year-old boy is kidnapped, Nancy learns that young Jeremy Wright may be the victim of a custody dispute between his movie star mother and paternal grandparents.

Flying Too High

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

Nancy goes undercover to investigate the death of a naval flight trainee. Though listed as an accident, the evidence points to sabotage. Fellow trainee—and top suspect—Crash Beauford has his eyes on Nancy, but she’s determined to keep herself on course.

Anything for Love

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

Jealousy. Passion. Ambition. The action on the top-rated soap Love and Loss is heating up, and it’s all off camera. In New York City at the invitation of the assistant producer, Nancy is asked to look into a series of damaging leaks revealing the show’s future story lines. But her investigation is suddenly interrupted by a shocking development.

Captive Heart

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

Nancy Drew visits Belize and uncovers crime on the high seas in this addition to the Nancy Drew Files.

The Nancy Drew Files 195: Love Notes

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

NANCY WITNESSES A VIRTUOSO PERFORMANCE PLAYED IN THE KEY OF D. . . FOR DANGER Nancy has come to Westbridge, Massachusetts, nestled in the Berkshire Mountains, to attend a world-famous piano competition. Soon after her arrival she discovers that one of the finalists, Ted Martinelli, has set his sights on something other than first prize. He has his eye on Nancy, and he's playing a very romantic tune... But for Nancy, the urgent question is: Will Ted survive the competition? Each of the three finalists has faced a deliberate and mysterious threat, and Nancy knows it's only a matter of time before one of them is hurt. . . or worse. She's uncovered a symphony of sabotage, ambition, and blackmail -- and the climax could prove deadly!

Hidden Meanings

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

Nancy checks into a luxury hotel where danger comes free of charge. While Nancy investigates threats against Italian-born student Gina Fiorellao, Gina targets Ned Nickerson for romance. Nancy uncovers secret ambitions and sinister desires that could prove fatal—not only for Gina, but for Nancy as well.

The Stolen Kiss

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

A painter’s passion leads Nancy to a brush with danger. Michael Jared is one of America’s hottest young artists, and his new painting, First Kiss, has everyone talking—especially the police when it vanishes from display.

For Love or Money

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1995

NANCY DISCOVERS THAT WHERE THERE'S A WILL, THERE'S A WAY.. .TO ATTEMPT MURDER
One of River Heights's richest and most respected citizens, Charles Pierce, has fallen in love.. .and fallen out with his family. He asked his beautiful and much younger housekeeper, Nila, to marry him, and his heirs fear getting cut out of his will. But Pierce now fears for Nila's life, and he asks Nancy to investigate the threat.
With all of Pierce's money at stake, there's no shortage of suspects -- including his very handsome son, Philip. And Nancy has to wonder whether Philip's interest in her stems from affection, greed, or both. Either way, he spells trouble, and Nancy knows one thing for sure: by taking on this case, she's inherited a house full of danger!

Wicked Ways

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1996

Fashion Week at the River Heights mall and Bess is in heaven. She works at a boutique called Wicked, and is about to make her modelling debut. But someone is taking designer jackets from the shop and Bess has fallen for one of the top suspects. All of which makes it a delicate case for Nancy.

Rehearsing for Romance

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1996

The stage is set for disaster -- and Nancy's in the spotlight!
Bess has landed a small part in a promising new Chicago play, and she's seeing stars for the hot young featured actor, Jordan McCabe. Nancy, however, sees only trouble. The play is a mystery, the theme is murder, and it soon becomes apparent that Nancy and Bess may both have starring roles in a deadly real-life drama.
A mysterious fire backstage, a prop gun loaded with real bullets, and an anonymous threat on Bess's life put Nancy on notice that danger is waiting in the wings. Nancy's investigation turns up a whole cast of suspects...one of whom is determined to turn the final act into a major tragedy!

Running into Trouble

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 June 1996

Nancy and George have gone undercover at Brookline High to make sure no more harm comes to track star Samantha Matero. A suspicious accident during a recent practice run resulted in a nasty ankle sprain for Samantha, and now she’s receiveing a series of threatening notes and phone calls. And while the constant attention and good looks of fellow student Paul Johnson nearly sidetracks her investigation, Nancy’s determined to run this race to the end—before Samantha’a hopes run out.

Under His Spell

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1996

Working with a telepathist to try to find a kidnapped woman, Nancy is feeling vibes all right, but they’re coming from the charming man who holds her fate in his hands. Will Nancy overcome the distractions and find the missing woman before she’s out of time?

Skipping a Beat

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 January 1996

Nancy, Bess and George visit the city for a weekend's shopping and a night out at the new Backbeat Cafe. Packed with celebrities, the wild scene gets even wilder when a smoke bomb goes off. Behind the scenes, Nancy assembles a list of suspects, and all the ingredients for a dangerous investigation.

Betrayed by Love

by Carolyn Keene

Published 1 December 1996

Nancy goes to her friend Angela's opulent family home on Long Island to be a bridesmaid at her wedding. But it becomes clear, before the ink has dried on the invitations, that the date is set for danger and that Nancy will have to stand up for Angela in more ways than one.