The Clue of the Gold Coin: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Clue of the Gold Coin is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Wells, Helen (1910–1986).
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"The Clue of the Gold Coin" by Helen Wells is a mystery novel written in the mid-20th century. The story revolves around the protagonist, Vicki Barr, a flight stewardess who becomes embroiled in a mystery involving a theft of antique gold coins during her flights between New York and Tampa. As she interacts with her fellow crew members and airport staff, intriguing characters and a web of secrets begin to unfold. At the start of the book, Vicki, fresh from a flight, engages in conversations with her co-stewardesses about their assignments and the upcoming Gasparilla Pirate Festival in Tampa. Upon arriving, Vicki learns of a significant theft of a shipment of gold coins that was intended for the festival, leading to FBI involvement. As she encounters characters such as Joey Watson, a warehouse worker, and Mr. Jones, a private investigator, Vicki starts piecing together clues while balancing her life as a stewardess. The opening sets the stage for an engaging mixture of adventure, friendship, and the unraveling of a mystery against the vibrant backdrop of Florida's festivals and culture.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Clue of the Gold Coin
- Author credits: Wells, Helen (1910–1986)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Barr, Vicki (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
- Flight attendants -- Juvenile fiction
- Mystery and detective stories
- Swindlers and swindling -- Juvenile fiction
- Tampa (Fla.) -- Description and travel -- Juvenile fiction
- Women detectives -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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