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"So, Joe, what do you make of ATAC sending us on a mission without telling us what we're supposed to be looking for?"
"Frank, it's Rockapazooma! Who cares? We can handle this."
"I don't know..."
"So, George, are you coming to Rockapazooma with me, or what?"
"How could I miss a chance to see my fave band, Lethal Injection, live? Even Bess wants in. But we're only going on one condition: If a case crops up, you'll leave it to one of the security guards. Just this once, Nancy? So we can actually listen to the music?"
"Where's the mystery in that?"
One rock concert. One big crime.
Three of the best teen detectives of all time.
"Frank, it's Rockapazooma! Who cares? We can handle this."
"I don't know..."
"So, George, are you coming to Rockapazooma with me, or what?"
"How could I miss a chance to see my fave band, Lethal Injection, live? Even Bess wants in. But we're only going on one condition: If a case crops up, you'll leave it to one of the security guards. Just this once, Nancy? So we can actually listen to the music?"
"Where's the mystery in that?"
One rock concert. One big crime.
Three of the best teen detectives of all time.
224 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2007
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Carolyn Keene
980 books3,861 followersCarolyn Keene is a writer pen name that was used by many different people- both men and women- over the years. The company that was the creator of the Nancy Drew series, the Stratemeyer Syndicate, hired a variety of writers. For Nancy Drew, the writers used the pseudonym Carolyn Keene to assure anonymity of the creator.
Edna and Harriet Stratemeyer inherited the company from their father Edward Stratemeyer. Edna contributed 10 plot outlines before passing the reins to her sister Harriet. It was Mildred Benson (aka: Mildred A. Wirt), who breathed such a feisty spirit into Nancy's character. Mildred wrote 23 of the original 30 Nancy Drew Mystery Stories®, including the first three. It was her characterization that helped make Nancy an instant hit. The Stratemeyer Syndicate's devotion to the series over the years under the reins of Harriet Stratemeyer Adams helped to keep the series alive and on store shelves for each succeeding generation of girls and boys. In 1959, Harriet, along with several writers, began a 25-year project to revise the earlier Carolyn Keene novels. The Nancy Drew books were condensed, racial stereotypes were removed, and the language was updated. In a few cases, outdated plots were completely rewritten.
Other writers of Nancy Drew volumes include Harriet herself, she wrote most of the series after Mildred quit writing for the Syndicate and in 1959 began a revision of the first 34 texts. The role of the writer of "Carolyn Keene" passed temporarily to Walter Karig who wrote three novels during the Great Depression. Also contributing to Nancy Drew's prolific existence were Leslie McFarlane, James Duncan Lawrence, Nancy Axelrod, Priscilla Doll, Charles Strong, Alma Sasse, Wilhelmina Rankin, George Waller Jr., and Margaret Scherf.
Edna and Harriet Stratemeyer inherited the company from their father Edward Stratemeyer. Edna contributed 10 plot outlines before passing the reins to her sister Harriet. It was Mildred Benson (aka: Mildred A. Wirt), who breathed such a feisty spirit into Nancy's character. Mildred wrote 23 of the original 30 Nancy Drew Mystery Stories®, including the first three. It was her characterization that helped make Nancy an instant hit. The Stratemeyer Syndicate's devotion to the series over the years under the reins of Harriet Stratemeyer Adams helped to keep the series alive and on store shelves for each succeeding generation of girls and boys. In 1959, Harriet, along with several writers, began a 25-year project to revise the earlier Carolyn Keene novels. The Nancy Drew books were condensed, racial stereotypes were removed, and the language was updated. In a few cases, outdated plots were completely rewritten.
Other writers of Nancy Drew volumes include Harriet herself, she wrote most of the series after Mildred quit writing for the Syndicate and in 1959 began a revision of the first 34 texts. The role of the writer of "Carolyn Keene" passed temporarily to Walter Karig who wrote three novels during the Great Depression. Also contributing to Nancy Drew's prolific existence were Leslie McFarlane, James Duncan Lawrence, Nancy Axelrod, Priscilla Doll, Charles Strong, Alma Sasse, Wilhelmina Rankin, George Waller Jr., and Margaret Scherf.
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January 2, 2021
As usual, bringing together the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew made for good fun.
February 3, 2017
I got this because I wanted to see how Nancy, Frank and Joe would be like together in a book. One of my favorite TV shows, Hardy Boys Nancy Drew Mysteries, had a few collab episodes and I really liked that concept so I was excited to start this.
I am so disappointed.
Reasons Why I am Disappointed:
1. Joe - he was the worst. He was the annoying youngest kid in the group, jumping around and getting excited about a heavy metal band (who performs fake murder scenes at the ends of all their live shows, by the way - cool right?!!?!???!!?! :D. :/.), exclaiming over hot girls.
2. The girl thing. There were various times where...well...here, I'll let this snippet of the book show you what I mean:
" 'Hey!' Joe grabbed my [Frank's] arm. 'Check out the babe!'
" A young woman of about nineteen was doing some kind of solo interpretive dance nearby. Her eyes were closed, and her arms were waving over her head. She was dressed in nothing but a grass skirt and a skimpy bikini top that left very little to the imagination.
" 'We're not here for THAT either. Come on.' I told Joe."
THIS BOOK IS SUPPOSED TO BE MEANT FOR KIDS. There are many occasions like this one in the book. I wouldn't let my kids read that.
The mystery was...somewhat acceptable? I mean, not a huge fan of all of the graphic descriptions and weird names of the songs ("Scream For Mercy" was one of them).
Basically, the only thing I liked about this book was Nancy and the Hardy Boys MEETING!!! FINALLY!!! I so enjoyed hearing their conversations that if I found another copy of these Super Mysteries, I would read it - only for the interaction between Nancy, Frank and Joe. But I am certainly not going to deliberately hunt the next book down, and the only reason I did not rate this book one star was because of the crossover. The writing was not my cup of tea.
Two stars out of five. Would not recommend. (Sorry!)
I am so disappointed.
Reasons Why I am Disappointed:
1. Joe - he was the worst. He was the annoying youngest kid in the group, jumping around and getting excited about a heavy metal band (who performs fake murder scenes at the ends of all their live shows, by the way - cool right?!!?!???!!?! :D. :/.), exclaiming over hot girls.
2. The girl thing. There were various times where...well...here, I'll let this snippet of the book show you what I mean:
" 'Hey!' Joe grabbed my [Frank's] arm. 'Check out the babe!'
" A young woman of about nineteen was doing some kind of solo interpretive dance nearby. Her eyes were closed, and her arms were waving over her head. She was dressed in nothing but a grass skirt and a skimpy bikini top that left very little to the imagination.
" 'We're not here for THAT either. Come on.' I told Joe."
THIS BOOK IS SUPPOSED TO BE MEANT FOR KIDS. There are many occasions like this one in the book. I wouldn't let my kids read that.
The mystery was...somewhat acceptable? I mean, not a huge fan of all of the graphic descriptions and weird names of the songs ("Scream For Mercy" was one of them).
Basically, the only thing I liked about this book was Nancy and the Hardy Boys MEETING!!! FINALLY!!! I so enjoyed hearing their conversations that if I found another copy of these Super Mysteries, I would read it - only for the interaction between Nancy, Frank and Joe. But I am certainly not going to deliberately hunt the next book down, and the only reason I did not rate this book one star was because of the crossover. The writing was not my cup of tea.
Two stars out of five. Would not recommend. (Sorry!)
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October 12, 2014I just couldn't stop reading ! It's gr8 it's so sad that we can't read all the books as it's not available ...
November 21, 2015
Ver boring!!!!!!!
January 26, 2016
Always been a huge fan of both Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys. love how they have incorporated both sets of characters into the one story plot.
March 20, 2022
Well that was a trip
I’ve gotta be honest, it wasn’t as bad as I initially thought. The start was incredibly cringy and I just was uncomfy with the weird, ‘comedic’ (*looks into the camera like I’m on The Office*) dialogue and descriptions. It was so strange.
Let’s talk about the characters, shall we?
I’m a big Joe fan. I love his dorky skater-bro attitude. I grew up with the Hardy Boys and Joe has been my favorite since day one. That being said, in this book Joe was so obnoxious. I just can’t with this man. Homeboy really had one brain cell and it was bouncing around his head like the Windows bubble screensaver.
Frank. Homeboy was the real MVP of this book. Like, man had to put up with his Vitamin Water brother and also Nancy and her whole squad. It’s a wonder he didn’t crack. All jokes aside, Frank was a halfway decent narrator and at least he wasn’t constantly drooling over chicks. *shrug*
And Nancy, honestly she was the best of the trio this time. She’s completely iconic in every way and totally stole the show. I usually prefer the Hardy Boys, but when presented with Boys like the aforementioned piggy banks, it was hard not to appreciate Nancy for who she is: an icon and a legend.
The plot honestly had me rolling. It was super slow and then BAM the stakes were astronomical. It’s not the best book I’ve ever read by any stretch of the imagination, but it passed the time and gave me a few chuckles, so I guess it’s a win.
7/10 “I’m Joe, by the way. That’s my brother, Frank.”
“I’m Nancy.” She smiled at both of us and stuck out her hand. Frank just stared at it. He can be so dense. “Hi there, I’m Joe. Nice to meet you.”
^^an authentic exchange in this book. Why did he introduce himself twice? My sister said she imagined Joe waiting a good 30 seconds before saying “Hi there, I’m Joe.” Like okay?? Did he just panic?? Get caught up in the moment?? And how is Frank? Like bruh just said *insert confused woman with math meme*. The Hardy Boys really have two collective braincells, and only one person can have them at any given time.
I’ve gotta be honest, it wasn’t as bad as I initially thought. The start was incredibly cringy and I just was uncomfy with the weird, ‘comedic’ (*looks into the camera like I’m on The Office*) dialogue and descriptions. It was so strange.
Let’s talk about the characters, shall we?
I’m a big Joe fan. I love his dorky skater-bro attitude. I grew up with the Hardy Boys and Joe has been my favorite since day one. That being said, in this book Joe was so obnoxious. I just can’t with this man. Homeboy really had one brain cell and it was bouncing around his head like the Windows bubble screensaver.
Frank. Homeboy was the real MVP of this book. Like, man had to put up with his Vitamin Water brother and also Nancy and her whole squad. It’s a wonder he didn’t crack. All jokes aside, Frank was a halfway decent narrator and at least he wasn’t constantly drooling over chicks. *shrug*
And Nancy, honestly she was the best of the trio this time. She’s completely iconic in every way and totally stole the show. I usually prefer the Hardy Boys, but when presented with Boys like the aforementioned piggy banks, it was hard not to appreciate Nancy for who she is: an icon and a legend.
The plot honestly had me rolling. It was super slow and then BAM the stakes were astronomical. It’s not the best book I’ve ever read by any stretch of the imagination, but it passed the time and gave me a few chuckles, so I guess it’s a win.
7/10 “I’m Joe, by the way. That’s my brother, Frank.”
“I’m Nancy.” She smiled at both of us and stuck out her hand. Frank just stared at it. He can be so dense. “Hi there, I’m Joe. Nice to meet you.”
^^an authentic exchange in this book. Why did he introduce himself twice? My sister said she imagined Joe waiting a good 30 seconds before saying “Hi there, I’m Joe.” Like okay?? Did he just panic?? Get caught up in the moment?? And how is Frank? Like bruh just said *insert confused woman with math meme*. The Hardy Boys really have two collective braincells, and only one person can have them at any given time.
January 23, 2023
What a fun nostalgic read!
January 22, 2011
Review originally posted on Bitten Books and given 3½ stars.
As much as I adore these detectives, this book definitely wasn't one of my favorites. I love the new ND and HB series (Nancy Drew Girl Detective and Undercover Brothers) but this book was a tough read for me. The interactions between the two groups seemed forced so I didn't care for the dialogue. Then the actual case solving frustrated me as well. I don't think there was a single instance where Nancy or Frank/Joe didn't get caught snooping and some famous musician would come to their rescue. While this book wasn't on par with many of the others I've read, I did still enjoy it. I especially liked reading their impressions of one another ("Tall, Dark and Studly" Ned, haha. Poor Joe doesn't stand a chance).
As much as I adore these detectives, this book definitely wasn't one of my favorites. I love the new ND and HB series (Nancy Drew Girl Detective and Undercover Brothers) but this book was a tough read for me. The interactions between the two groups seemed forced so I didn't care for the dialogue. Then the actual case solving frustrated me as well. I don't think there was a single instance where Nancy or Frank/Joe didn't get caught snooping and some famous musician would come to their rescue. While this book wasn't on par with many of the others I've read, I did still enjoy it. I especially liked reading their impressions of one another ("Tall, Dark and Studly" Ned, haha. Poor Joe doesn't stand a chance).
December 13, 2018
While attempting to get my hands on the old Supermystery Series ('88-'98, which means they're not actually old, but this one started in 2007, so...), I figured I'd read this 6-book series which is much easier to get your hands on in its Entirety.
While so far it doesn't have quite the levels of cheesy fun (nor the levels of Frank/Nancy) of the '90s series, it's a lot of fun to see the three best teen detectives in the world solving mysteries together, especially since this marks the first time in this particular continuity that they meet.
I'm loving grandpa killjoy always-have-a-backup-plan Frank, and flirty impulsive Joe, along with Nancy, who has a refreshing eye for puzzles and detail that works well with the two brothers' skills. While there's a lot of extraneous fluff, this series looks like it's going to be fun — and who could ask for more?
While so far it doesn't have quite the levels of cheesy fun (nor the levels of Frank/Nancy) of the '90s series, it's a lot of fun to see the three best teen detectives in the world solving mysteries together, especially since this marks the first time in this particular continuity that they meet.
I'm loving grandpa killjoy always-have-a-backup-plan Frank, and flirty impulsive Joe, along with Nancy, who has a refreshing eye for puzzles and detail that works well with the two brothers' skills. While there's a lot of extraneous fluff, this series looks like it's going to be fun — and who could ask for more?
May 3, 2015
You can't get any better than putting Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys together. I absolutely LOVE these super mysteries.
January 7, 2024
Nancy Drew was my salve in 2023 and I’ve noticed the pattern begin to repeat itself in 2024. Every time I try to stop, there is another Nancy Drew in my pile that begs to be read. Thankfully this is the last book in that pile at the moment. As a kid I honestly recall reading more Hardy Boys books than Nancy Drew herself. In the 1990s crossovers and super mysteries became an in thing, so began the circulation of the three sleuths periodically working together. As new generations of consortium writers for both series emerged, new crossover series would spring up from time to time. Enter a new super mystery series in the 21st century. Never one to say no to super sized anything, I decided to try this new series, giving me even more Nancy Drew to explore.
From his job at the Daily Bugle, Ned has access to concert tickets to Rockapazooma, the largest in the River Town region in years. His passes for Nancy, Bess, and George include back stage access, and all three girls are giddy with excitement to see all their favorite bands in one place. Hopefully Nancy will not make a mystery out of the concert because that would spoil all of the fun. Meanwhile back in Bayport, Frank and Joe are given an ATAC assignment to attend the same concert. Something sinister is going to happen but even ATAC does not know what it is. Music and girl crazy Joe is just as excited for the concert as music and boy crazy Bess is. Frank is skeptical but accepts the assignment. With the top bands and thousands of amped up teens all in one place in addition to the promise of a mystery, it is a foregone conclusion that the the sleuths’ paths will cross. When they do, there is likely to be a super mystery involved on the premises.
As with the other 21st century Nancy Drew series I have been reading, the Super Mysteries modernizes the famous detectives. The personalities of all the characters are intact but with a gen z feel to it. My teenagers know all the popular music from the time they turn on their devices after school. They have more access to music and everything in the world than I ever did. As teens they know their music tastes but these began to emerge prior to age ten at a time when previous generations were happy to listen to their parents’ music. I happened to be in Chicago last summer at the same time as the real life Lollapalooza and downtown swarmed with music crazy, hormonally charged young people. That is the atmosphere the consortium writers attempted to create in a smaller scale with Bess and Joe being the test subjects. They would make a great couple, if only they lived in the same town, hence the series where their paths will cross again. The book is not a romance but a mystery and two goons posing as security guards are out to get Kijani the lead singer of a band named The Royal We, the headliner of the concert. It is up to Nancy, Frank, Joe, and friends to stop them before it is too late.
I feel that the Nancy Drew writers brought more to the novel than did the Hardy Boys writers. Frank constantly calls Nancy and her friends amateurs and looks down at their detecting skills. Perhaps I am more used to Nancy Drew at this point, but I believed that this view of women was more in line with the old school series from the 1950s. Nancy had to constantly prove that on her home turf that she was anything but an amateur. Joe realized this right away, but Frank would not admit that maybe Nancy brought top detecting skills to the table, and perhaps George’s computer skills rivaled his own. In the 21st century it is normal for women and men to work together and bring their own unique skill sets to the table. Frank’s view set this series back two generations at least. In the end, Joe and Nancy took the lead and the group of six solved the case before anyone on seriously hurt. It set the stage for them to work together again, and I have a feeling that Joe would be more than happy to meet Bess again, even if it did not involve solving crimes. As of now this series only has five books, so we shall see how the writers evolve. Hopefully, Frank comes around and views women as his equals or this series will be a one and done for me.
A week into 2024 and already I have read two Nancy Drew books. As of now I do not have any other books on hold at the library. There are too many other books and projects for me to get to this year. I would like to finish the Diary series but those will be limited to one a month. I will finish when I finish. In the meantime, I can concoct my own fan fiction involving America’s favorite teen sleuths. There are many storylines that I hope the writers explore but perhaps these teens really will stay eighteen forever. One never knows and that is why I will never give up Nancy Drew completely.
3.5 stars
From his job at the Daily Bugle, Ned has access to concert tickets to Rockapazooma, the largest in the River Town region in years. His passes for Nancy, Bess, and George include back stage access, and all three girls are giddy with excitement to see all their favorite bands in one place. Hopefully Nancy will not make a mystery out of the concert because that would spoil all of the fun. Meanwhile back in Bayport, Frank and Joe are given an ATAC assignment to attend the same concert. Something sinister is going to happen but even ATAC does not know what it is. Music and girl crazy Joe is just as excited for the concert as music and boy crazy Bess is. Frank is skeptical but accepts the assignment. With the top bands and thousands of amped up teens all in one place in addition to the promise of a mystery, it is a foregone conclusion that the the sleuths’ paths will cross. When they do, there is likely to be a super mystery involved on the premises.
As with the other 21st century Nancy Drew series I have been reading, the Super Mysteries modernizes the famous detectives. The personalities of all the characters are intact but with a gen z feel to it. My teenagers know all the popular music from the time they turn on their devices after school. They have more access to music and everything in the world than I ever did. As teens they know their music tastes but these began to emerge prior to age ten at a time when previous generations were happy to listen to their parents’ music. I happened to be in Chicago last summer at the same time as the real life Lollapalooza and downtown swarmed with music crazy, hormonally charged young people. That is the atmosphere the consortium writers attempted to create in a smaller scale with Bess and Joe being the test subjects. They would make a great couple, if only they lived in the same town, hence the series where their paths will cross again. The book is not a romance but a mystery and two goons posing as security guards are out to get Kijani the lead singer of a band named The Royal We, the headliner of the concert. It is up to Nancy, Frank, Joe, and friends to stop them before it is too late.
I feel that the Nancy Drew writers brought more to the novel than did the Hardy Boys writers. Frank constantly calls Nancy and her friends amateurs and looks down at their detecting skills. Perhaps I am more used to Nancy Drew at this point, but I believed that this view of women was more in line with the old school series from the 1950s. Nancy had to constantly prove that on her home turf that she was anything but an amateur. Joe realized this right away, but Frank would not admit that maybe Nancy brought top detecting skills to the table, and perhaps George’s computer skills rivaled his own. In the 21st century it is normal for women and men to work together and bring their own unique skill sets to the table. Frank’s view set this series back two generations at least. In the end, Joe and Nancy took the lead and the group of six solved the case before anyone on seriously hurt. It set the stage for them to work together again, and I have a feeling that Joe would be more than happy to meet Bess again, even if it did not involve solving crimes. As of now this series only has five books, so we shall see how the writers evolve. Hopefully, Frank comes around and views women as his equals or this series will be a one and done for me.
A week into 2024 and already I have read two Nancy Drew books. As of now I do not have any other books on hold at the library. There are too many other books and projects for me to get to this year. I would like to finish the Diary series but those will be limited to one a month. I will finish when I finish. In the meantime, I can concoct my own fan fiction involving America’s favorite teen sleuths. There are many storylines that I hope the writers explore but perhaps these teens really will stay eighteen forever. One never knows and that is why I will never give up Nancy Drew completely.
3.5 stars
May 26, 2018
Terror on Tour was an epic fail. There are no other words for it. This failed on every level imaginable.
The characters? They all came across as selfish, uptight jerks. Nancy seemed like an know-it-all bitchy wannabe. Frank was a party-pooper. Joe simply an egotistical douchebag. George was a jealous twit. The only characters that were tolerable were Bess and Ned, both of who were barely in the book at all anyway.
The writing? Overly simplistic and devoid of descriptions. Dull. Boring. Lame.
The mystery? One of the worst I have ever seen in either a Nancy Drew or a hardy Boys. It was simply pathetic with no real thought to it at all.
Most of the clue-solving and tracking the bad guys parts, that are normally my favourite bits, were so unrealistic that I couldn't help shaking my head with disgust. There is no way that the characters could routinely wander or break into such areas that would have been much more secured. Yes, they are supposed to be amateur detectives (or secret agents) and everything but they aren't professional criminals and they don't even really try to sneak in that stealthily. Celebrities do not allow randoms - potentially violent and suspicious -looking randoms - into their trailers nor could they possible access side stage so easily in such an highly televised and publicised event. Ridiculous!
Terror on Tour did nothing but shame the reputation of Carolyn Keene and Franklin W Dixon. It ruined the "real" character of Nancy Drew and the Hardy brothers. I am not impressed at all.
The characters? They all came across as selfish, uptight jerks. Nancy seemed like an know-it-all bitchy wannabe. Frank was a party-pooper. Joe simply an egotistical douchebag. George was a jealous twit. The only characters that were tolerable were Bess and Ned, both of who were barely in the book at all anyway.
The writing? Overly simplistic and devoid of descriptions. Dull. Boring. Lame.
The mystery? One of the worst I have ever seen in either a Nancy Drew or a hardy Boys. It was simply pathetic with no real thought to it at all.
Most of the clue-solving and tracking the bad guys parts, that are normally my favourite bits, were so unrealistic that I couldn't help shaking my head with disgust. There is no way that the characters could routinely wander or break into such areas that would have been much more secured. Yes, they are supposed to be amateur detectives (or secret agents) and everything but they aren't professional criminals and they don't even really try to sneak in that stealthily. Celebrities do not allow randoms - potentially violent and suspicious -looking randoms - into their trailers nor could they possible access side stage so easily in such an highly televised and publicised event. Ridiculous!
Terror on Tour did nothing but shame the reputation of Carolyn Keene and Franklin W Dixon. It ruined the "real" character of Nancy Drew and the Hardy brothers. I am not impressed at all.
June 5, 2018
It was pretty good, it seemed too quick for a Nancy Drew/ Hardy boys series (in terms of it taking place in a matter of hours). I didn't like that Nancy was the one practically given all the clues (it really seemed like the author gave her all the clues. Why couldn't the Hardys be given a chance to find something? They're detectives too, you know), but at least they did work together fairly well as a team and I did like that Frank went from "don't work with us, we're trying to protect you" to "let's work on a plan together that will only work if we work together" and put George's and Bess' expertise to good use.
All in all, an OK, quick read, there's still a bit of the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys charm in there with just enough of a mystery that we're not completely focused on Joe thinking about girls. I'd say read it, if you dare. If you're too afraid that this is deviating away from the original source material, I say give it a chance. This isn't the best book, but it's a quick read and it has just enough to wet your appetites. Maybe the rest in the series is better. I don't know, haven't read them yet. You'll know when I do. ;)
All in all, an OK, quick read, there's still a bit of the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys charm in there with just enough of a mystery that we're not completely focused on Joe thinking about girls. I'd say read it, if you dare. If you're too afraid that this is deviating away from the original source material, I say give it a chance. This isn't the best book, but it's a quick read and it has just enough to wet your appetites. Maybe the rest in the series is better. I don't know, haven't read them yet. You'll know when I do. ;)
September 11, 2024
I enjoyed reading this crossover between the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew. It was fun to see the characters mysteries come together and watch them all try to solve it with each other. Frank and Joe work well with Nancy, Bess and George, and the setting of a giant rock concert made for some interesting moments.
April 25, 2019
11-year-me loved these to the point that I asked them as a gift for my birthday. Should've asked for Percy Jackson, but oh, well.
June 4, 2019
I went in this book with Really low expectations. It turned out to be awesome!!!!!!!!!! It is told from 3 POV : frank
Joe
Nancy
Joe
Nancy
August 22, 2021
Have read all the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys books growing up, this was a great book to take me back to that time, thoroughly enjoyed this book.
November 9, 2021
felt like I read one of those cliche teenage movies😂
August 29, 2022
couldnt get hooked
January 25, 2023
Not my Nancy Drew or Hardy Boys. It was fine.
February 19, 2017
Though the first book was definitely the best book in the series, I really enjoyed getting to read about my three favorite detectives working together!
July 26, 2011
I've been rediscovering my love for these books this summer. Both Nancy and the Hardys were a huge part of my childhood, and I will always have a soft spot for their slightly cheesy adventures. I was a little suspicious about this newer brand of Super Mystery because I remember reading a newer ND title years ago and being thoroughly disappointed with its cop-out ending. Luckily, this book, at least, had a worthwhile mystery for them, even if it was a bit over-the-top. BUT! NANCY! AND THE HARDYS! MEETING FOR THE FIRST TIME! I absolutely loved their relationships in this book. It seems like this new series kind of takes all the best, most ridiculous things about the characters and just pushes them to extremes--like how Frank is super uptight and Joe is a hopeless womanizer. IT'S JUST SO CUTE. ALL THE FLIRTING. ALL THE MUTUAL RESPECT FOR MYSTERY-SOLVING. I just can't with these people. Although this book was a little "lighter" than the old super mysteries of the 90s, I absolutely ADORED it, and now I want to read them all, and OH, WHY DO THEY GIVE ME ALL THE FEELINGS? XD
April 4, 2019
I read Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys throughout my school and college days.
Nancy Drew is an amateur detective who solves crimes with occasional help from her best friends, Bess and George and, her boyfriend Ned. She also has occasional help from her father Carson Drew who runs a private law practice. From finding stolen goods to missing persons and solving mysterious happenings, Nancy is a force of nature.
Until I discovered that Carolyn Keene is a pen name for a whole bunch of ghostwriters, I used to feel confused about the slight differences in each character from books to book over the many series of Nancy Drew mysteries. I like the character of Nancy best in the original books written by Mildred Wirt Benson where Nancy is truly a character to root for – an independent and street smart girl with a penchant for trouble.
Nancy Drew is an amateur detective who solves crimes with occasional help from her best friends, Bess and George and, her boyfriend Ned. She also has occasional help from her father Carson Drew who runs a private law practice. From finding stolen goods to missing persons and solving mysterious happenings, Nancy is a force of nature.
Until I discovered that Carolyn Keene is a pen name for a whole bunch of ghostwriters, I used to feel confused about the slight differences in each character from books to book over the many series of Nancy Drew mysteries. I like the character of Nancy best in the original books written by Mildred Wirt Benson where Nancy is truly a character to root for – an independent and street smart girl with a penchant for trouble.
February 22, 2010
[close:] "So, Joe, what do you make of ATAC sending us on a mission without telling us what we're supposed to be looking for?"
"Frank, it's Rockapazooma! Who cares? We can handle this."
"I don't know."
"So, George, are you coming to Rockapazooma with me, or what?"
"How could I miss a chance to see my fave band, Lethal Injection, live? Even Bess wants in. But we're only going on one condition: If a case crops up, you'll leave it to one of the security guards. Just this once, Nancy? So we can actually listen to the music?"
"Where's the mystery in that?"
"Frank, it's Rockapazooma! Who cares? We can handle this."
"I don't know."
"So, George, are you coming to Rockapazooma with me, or what?"
"How could I miss a chance to see my fave band, Lethal Injection, live? Even Bess wants in. But we're only going on one condition: If a case crops up, you'll leave it to one of the security guards. Just this once, Nancy? So we can actually listen to the music?"
"Where's the mystery in that?"
January 18, 2011
I thought Terror on Tour was an amazing mystery full of surprises. I enjoyed how the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew both worked together. Throughout the book, many people encountered the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew but in the end they finally knew who was guilty. The tour they went to was crowded and full of people so it was amazing how they found the person that had murdered the singer. Great Book!! :))
November 28, 2011
n 'Terror on Tour', Frank and Joe are sent by ATAC to an all-day rock concert. There will be lots of bands and lots of people. ATAC tells Frank and Joe that something is going down but they don't know what. It's up to the Hardy Boys to both figure out what's going down and to stop it before the day ends. It seems almost mission impossible. It would be except for a chance encounter with Nancy Drew and her friends Ned, George and Bess. Good use of all three detectives in one mysterious mystery.
August 30, 2010
It is about going to a very famous concert and to find out the lady singer is in grave danger. the hardy boys go to find out what they can do. nancy goes there for fun and meets the hardy boys. the guys dont want nancy to know they are on a mission, but nancy gets the info out of them of course.
January 6, 2014
I always like it when Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys collaborate with each other .I t makes books twice as fun to read. It was in this book where I began to think that Frank had some feelings for Nancy, which was proved by some other interactions between them.
May 29, 2009
This one was one of my least favorites because the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew didn't know eachother yet but that was before I figured out it was the first book in the series.
February 20, 2010
This was the best book in the world it was full of action and suspense this was the best book in the world. But nancy Ruined it Lol just kidding
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