Nancy travels to Peru to solve a mystery involving a long-lost treasure and a crossword clue carved into an ancient wooden plaque. When a notorious gang headed by El Gato (The Cat) steals the priceless plaque, Nancy's hopes of solving the mystery are almost shattered. But the daring detective's ability to think fast and act quickly results in the recovery of the priceless relic. Nancy's determined efforts to decode the crossword cipher take her to the magnificent, awe-inspiring ruins at Cuzco and Machu Picchu. Through clever deductions, perseverance, and dangerous adventures, Nancy and her friends help to capture a ring of vicious smugglers and go on to make an astounding archaeological discovery. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. |
