Get ready for a sparkling adventure like no other with "Ned and Nancy and the Case of the Glittering Jewel Thief" - the fourth gem of a book in the series, designed especially for young readers aged 8-12! In this dazzling new tale, Ned and Nancy find themselves at the heart of an electrifying mystery. Riverton is buzzing with anticipation as the grand opening of a new exhibit featuring the priceless Starlight Sapphire draws near. However, the atmosphere soon turns somber when the dazzling gem is stolen right from under everyone's watchful eyes, leaving the city in shock. It's up to our favorite young detectives, Ned and Nancy, to unravel this perplexing case. Their investigation takes them on a glittering journey through Riverton, where they meticulously piece together clues involving mysterious fingerprints, cryptic messages, and puzzling power outages. The question looms large: who could have executed such a daring heist, and for what reason? Is it the anxious museum curator, the renowned jewelry designer, or perhaps the seemingly clumsy security guard? This thrilling story is enhanced by breathtaking, full-color illustrations that will captivate young readers, immersing them in the world of Ned and Nancy as they navigate this treacherous investigation. With Nancy's sharp eye for detail and Ned's inventive problem-solving skills (and, of course, a fair share of snacks), they tackle their most challenging case to date. "Ned and Nancy and the Case of the Glittering Jewel Thief" is a perfect blend of intrigue, humor, and the enduring warmth of friendship that makes this series a favorite among young readers who love a good mystery. Will our young detectives outshine the crafty thief and restore the Starlight Sapphire to its rightful place? Join Ned and Nancy on this dazzling adventure and uncover the secrets hidden beneath the glimmering surface. It's a journey that promises excitement, mystery, and a whole lot of sparkle - don't miss out!

Get ready for a sparkling adventure like no other with "Ned and Nancy and the Case of the Glittering Jewel Thief" - the fourth gem of a book in the series, designed especially for young readers aged 8-12! In this dazzling new tale, Ned and Nancy find themselves at the heart of an electrifying mystery. Riverton is buzzing with anticipation as the grand opening of a new exhibit featuring the priceless Starlight Sapphire draws near. However, the atmosphere soon turns somber when the dazzling gem is stolen right from under everyone's watchful eyes, leaving the city in shock. It's up to our favorite young detectives, Ned and Nancy, to unravel this perplexing case. Their investigation takes them on a glittering journey through Riverton, where they meticulously piece together clues involving mysterious fingerprints, cryptic messages, and puzzling power outages. The question looms large: who could have executed such a daring heist, and for what reason? Is it the anxious museum curator, the renowned jewelry designer, or perhaps the seemingly clumsy security guard? This thrilling story is enhanced by breathtaking, full-color illustrations that will captivate young readers, immersing them in the world of Ned and Nancy as they navigate this treacherous investigation. With Nancy's sharp eye for detail and Ned's inventive problem-solving skills (and, of course, a fair share of snacks), they tackle their most challenging case to date. "Ned and Nancy and the Case of the Glittering Jewel Thief" is a perfect blend of intrigue, humor, and the enduring warmth of friendship that makes this series a favorite among young readers who love a good mystery. Will our young detectives outshine the crafty thief and restore the Starlight Sapphire to its rightful place? Join Ned and Nancy on this dazzling adventure and uncover the secrets hidden beneath the glimmering surface. It's a journey that promises excitement, mystery, and a whole lot of sparkle - don't miss out!

Blue bells will be singing horses! This strange message, attached to the leg of a wounded homing pigeon, involves Nancy Drew in a dangerous mission. Somewhere an elderly woman is being held prisoner in a mansion, and Nancy is determined to find and free her. Meanwhile, the young detective’s close friend, Helen, begs her to solve a second mystery. Helen’s grandparents, the Cornings, are frightened by a sinister wheel of blue fire that appears after dark in the woods outside their home at lonely Sylvan Lake. When Nancy discovers the significance of the eerie signal, she also learns that her two mysteries are connected.

A fiery glowing eye in a museum, the abduction of Ned, the code name Cyclops, and a pilotless helicopter draw Nancy and her friends into a dangerous investigation.

The world's most infamous hacker offers an insider's view of the low-tech threats to high-tech security Kevin Mitnick's exploits as a cyber-desperado and fugitive form one of the most exhaustive FBI manhunts in history and have spawned dozens of articles, books, films, and documentaries. Since his release from federal prison, in 1998, Mitnick has turned his life around and established himself as one of the most sought-after computer security experts worldwide. Now, in The Art of Deception, the world's most notorious hacker gives new meaning to the old adage, "It takes a thief to catch a thief." Focusing on the human factors involved with information security, Mitnick explains why all the firewalls and encryption protocols in the world will never be enough to stop a savvy grifter intent on rifling a corporate database or an irate employee determined to crash a system. With the help of many fascinating true stories of successful attacks on business and government, he illustrates just how susceptible even the most locked-down information systems are to a slick con artist impersonating an IRS agent. Narrating from the points of view of both the attacker and the victims, he explains why each attack was so successful and how it could have been prevented in an engaging and highly readable style reminiscent of a true-crime novel. And, perhaps most importantly, Mitnick offers advice for preventing these types of social engineering hacks through security protocols, training programs, and manuals that address the human element of security.