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What do you get when you combine:

Mystery

Mystery S.A.T. Words

History Mystery

History Swedish- America Mystery S.A.T. Words

Intrigue History Swedish- America Mystery S.A.T. Words

Intrigue Espionage History Swedish- America Mystery S.A.T. Words

Intrigue Espionage History Swedish- America A Connecticut Coastal Town Mystery S.A.T. Words

Intrigue Espionage History Vocabulary Building Swedish- America A Connecticut Coastal Town Mystery S.A.T. Words

Intrigue Espionage History Vocabulary Building Swedish- America A Connecticut Coastal Town Mystery S.A.T. Words Historical Images

Intrigue Espionage History Vocabulary Building Swedish- America A Connecticut Coastal Town Mystery S.A.T. Words Historical Images Budding Romance

Intrigue Espionage History Vocabulary Building Life in War- Time America Swedish- America A Connecticut Coastal Town Mystery S.A.T. Words Historical Images Budding Romance

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Conspiracy Intrigue Espionage History Vocabulary Building Life in War- Time America Swedish- America A Connecticut Coastal Town Mystery World War II S.A.T. Words Historical Images Budding Romance

Conspiracy

Conspiracy on the Housatonic

Conspiracy A Novel Approach to SAT Preparation

Conspiracy on the Housatonic A Novel Approach to SAT Preparation Author Kendall Svengalis creates an interesting blend of fiction and facts. Learn about the war effort at home, life and trends of the early 1940s, Swedish America, historic events, and the world of espionage. Read about the southern shore of Connecticut, especially Stratford, which was home to the factory which made the important Corsair fighter planes.

Conspiracy on the Housatonic A Novel Approach to SAT Preparation Author Kendall Svengalis creates an interesting blend of fiction and facts. Learn about the war effort at home, life and trends of the early 1940s, Swedish America, historic events, and the world of espionage. Read about the southern shore of Connecticut, especially Stratford, which was home to the factory which made the important Corsair fighter planes. There is something for everyone.

For SAT Preparation and Word Power This intriguing vocabulary- building mystery novel is ideal for students studying for SATs, or for anyone wishing to improve his or her word power. The book contains nearly 1,500 SAT words woven into the text, with a glossary for quick reference. Expand your vocabulary quickly and naturally.

The scene is set for 1942 with stores and products of the time. Nearly 1,500 SAT words, in bold, are woven into the story line Nearly 1,500 SAT words, in bold, are woven into the story line.

A glossary is included in the back for quick reference.

For Mystery Fans Strange lights emanating from an abandoned Victorian mansion on the shores of the Housatonic River in the historic town of Stratford, Connecticut prove an irresistible attraction to Ellen Anderson, a precocious seventeen-year old Swedish-American girl detective. When her preliminary investigation reveals that the mansion’s previous owners are deceased and the house is tied up in a prolonged probate court battle, Ellen suspects that something far more sinister is afoot, with profound implications for national security. Join Ellen and her boyfriend and bibliophile, Ken Swenson, in this intriguing World War II tale of mystery, suspense, and budding romance set in 1942, shortly after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Every chapter begins with a facing page graphic representing the text. Illustrations by Stratford native Melissa A. Benson (© 2014) enhance the book. The cover also contains her artwork.

For History Buffs Learn about World War II on the home front, life in the early 1940s, Swedish-America, historic and political events, and the world of espionage. For Historical Images Original illustrations by Stratford native, Melissa A. Benson (© 2014), dozens of period postcards, and other graphics augment its historical milieu and enhance its literary verisimilitude.

Over 100 images are scattered throughout the book, including period posters, photos, maps and postcards. Learn about the early 1940s, World War II, and the war effort at home.

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