The Mystery at Lilac Inn
"I have a theory that every mystery can be solved if one is persistent enough." — Nancy Drew
Basic Book Details
- Full Title: The Mystery at Lilac Inn (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #4)
- Publication Year: 1961 (Yellow Spine Picture Cover edition)
- Copyright Year: Originally 1930; Revised 1961
- Total Page Count: 180 pages (20-chapter format)
- Endpaper Design: Blue Multi-Scene (Standard for 1961 releases)
- Cover Artist: Rudy Nappi
- Original Language: English
- Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
Authorship Information
- Credited Author: Carolyn Keene
- Actual Ghostwriter: Mildred Wirt Benson (Original); Rewritten by Harriet Stratemeyer Adams (1961)
- Notable Information: This 1961 edition contains the Revised Text. Harriet Stratemeyer Adams completely modernized the plot, replacing a jewel-theft story with a complex identity-theft mystery involving skin-diving.
Story Synopsis
Nancy Drew and her friend Helen Corning visit the Lilac Inn for the wedding of Nancy's friend, Emily Willoughby. The celebration is cut short when Nancy learns that an impersonator is forging her signature in River Heights. The mystery deepens when ghostly apparitions are sighted in the lilac grove and Emily's diamond inheritance is stolen during a sudden blackout.
Nancy's investigation leads her into a dangerous web of revenge. Facing explosions and a near-fatal attack while skin-diving, she must track down the thief who looks exactly like her. The trail leads to a gang of criminals using a hidden submarine in the river, forcing Nancy to use all her wit to escape and clear her name.
This volume is a prime example of the Yellow Spine Era, featuring high-gloss picture boards. This specific variant includes the beloved Blue Multi-Scene endpapers. Reference: series-books.com.
Collector's Q&A
Is this the version with the submarine?
Yes! The 1961 revised text introduced the dramatic submersible finale. The original 1930 text featured a cabin cruiser escape and a different plot focusing on jewelry theft.
What are "Blue Multi-Scene" endpapers?
These are illustrated inner covers featuring 22 small, distinct scenes from various Nancy Drew books (#1-#35). They were common in books printed in the early 1960s.
Who is GoFigment?
GoFigment is a small business founded by collectors for collectors. Every Nancy Drew volume is personally sourced and authenticated to ensure it meets the standards of a true enthusiast. GoFigment Legitimacy Statement.
Physical Condition & Seller Notes
“Please Note: I have multiple copies of each Nancy Drew volume, so the book you receive may not be the exact book pictured. However, I guarantee the quality of the book will be as good as or better than the one shown. The volume number, edition, cover art, and end pages will match exactly what is pictured. I offer a no-questions-asked return policy for your peace of mind.”
Grosset & Dunlp, Inc.
4 The Mystery at Lilac Inn Nancy Drew Book -1961 (blue endpages)
The Mystery at Lilac Inn
"I have a theory that every mystery can be solved if one is persistent enough." — Nancy Drew
Basic Book Details
- Full Title: The Mystery at Lilac Inn (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #4)
- Publication Year: 1961 (Yellow Spine Picture Cover edition)
- Copyright Year: Originally 1930; Revised 1961
- Total Page Count: 180 pages (20-chapter format)
- Endpaper Design: Blue Multi-Scene (Standard for 1961 releases)
- Cover Artist: Rudy Nappi
- Original Language: English
- Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
Authorship Information
- Credited Author: Carolyn Keene
- Actual Ghostwriter: Mildred Wirt Benson (Original); Rewritten by Harriet Stratemeyer Adams (1961)
- Notable Information: This 1961 edition contains the Revised Text. Harriet Stratemeyer Adams completely modernized the plot, replacing a jewel-theft story with a complex identity-theft mystery involving skin-diving.
Story Synopsis
Nancy Drew and her friend Helen Corning visit the Lilac Inn for the wedding of Nancy's friend, Emily Willoughby. The celebration is cut short when Nancy learns that an impersonator is forging her signature in River Heights. The mystery deepens when ghostly apparitions are sighted in the lilac grove and Emily's diamond inheritance is stolen during a sudden blackout.
Nancy's investigation leads her into a dangerous web of revenge. Facing explosions and a near-fatal attack while skin-diving, she must track down the thief who looks exactly like her. The trail leads to a gang of criminals using a hidden submarine in the river, forcing Nancy to use all her wit to escape and clear her name.
This volume is a prime example of the Yellow Spine Era, featuring high-gloss picture boards. This specific variant includes the beloved Blue Multi-Scene endpapers. Reference: series-books.com.
Collector's Q&A
Is this the version with the submarine?
Yes! The 1961 revised text introduced the dramatic submersible finale. The original 1930 text featured a cabin cruiser escape and a different plot focusing on jewelry theft.
What are "Blue Multi-Scene" endpapers?
These are illustrated inner covers featuring 22 small, distinct scenes from various Nancy Drew books (#1-#35). They were common in books printed in the early 1960s.
Who is GoFigment?
GoFigment is a small business founded by collectors for collectors. Every Nancy Drew volume is personally sourced and authenticated to ensure it meets the standards of a true enthusiast. GoFigment Legitimacy Statement.
Physical Condition & Seller Notes
“Please Note: I have multiple copies of each Nancy Drew volume, so the book you receive may not be the exact book pictured. However, I guarantee the quality of the book will be as good as or better than the one shown. The volume number, edition, cover art, and end pages will match exactly what is pictured. I offer a no-questions-asked return policy for your peace of mind.”
