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Signal in the Dark

Mildred A. Wirt

Signal in the Dark

Signal in the Dark

Mildred A. Wirt

American Literature, Novels

Signal in the Dark is a mid-20th century mystery novel by Mildred A. Wirt, featuring Penny Parker, a young aspiring reporter for her father's newspaper, the Riverview Star. As she navigates her first assignments, Penny faces skepticism from her colleagues and encounters a significant story involving an explosion at the Conway Steel Plant. The narrative explores her determination to prove herself in journalism while unraveling a plot involving a gang and a fake explosive device. This book is notable for its portrayal of a young female detective in juvenile fiction.

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A mystery novel written in the mid-20th century. The story centers around Penny Parker, a young and determined woman who...

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The Riverview Star is short-handed, and Penny convinces Mr. Parker to hire her during her school vacation. Penny finds t...

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