The Phantom Town Mystery

"The Phantom Town Mystery" by Carol Norton is a story set in the Arizona desert. The story follows Mary Moore, Dora Bellman, Dick Farley, and Jerry Newcomb as they uncover a mystery tied to Sven Pedersen, an old hermit known as "Lucky Loon," and his missing sister, Bodil. The friends explore the ghost town and surrounding mountains, piecing together stories of tragedy and possible treasure. Their adventure starts with the discovery of an old rock house linked to Sven Pedersen, leading them to investigate local legends such as the "Evil Eye Turquoise" and the strange history of the ghost town. As excitement builds, the friends find themselves drawn into the strange story of their surroundings and a poor family that lives nearby, adding layers of suspense to the mysterious landscape.