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In Part 2 of “The Happy Valley Mystery,” Lisa and Amy continue their attempt to sort out what’s going on in Iowa. Trixie’s trigger is hot as she impulsively accuses local folks of being sheep thieves. On the chopping block are a man with a black beard, Ben the hired hand, and a couple of brothers just trying to make it in the sheep business. In between working on the farm and chasing down suspects, the BWGs find time to hit the basketball court and attend a combo BBQ/dance. Honey and Diana are flirting with the Rivervale boys, while Trixie is jealous of a blonde that has caught Jim’s eye. The breaking point for Lisa comes during her attempt to discuss the performances of some of the BWGs during an impromptu skating show.

In Lisa’s ender, she once again breaks out the Trixie Lore for a character description of Jim Frayne.

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What are the BWGs doing on a sheep farm in Iowa? Find out as Lisa and Amy discuss Part 1 of “The Happy Valley Mystery.” There’s lots of sheep stuff to translate and the information about caring for the fluffy animals is plentiful. A lost calf, an upside-down sheep, a snowstorm, a great escape, and a gully rescue keep the BWGs busy. There’s also lots of information about birds and a detailed description of the use of sheep parts. Despite all of this action, Trixie is distracted by the mysterious disappearance of sheep from the farm. Ignoring the warning from Uncle Andrew not to get involved, Trixie immediately puts herself on the case. Her first suspect: a strange man with a black beard who “looks like a sheep thief.” 

In Lisa’s ender, she breaks out the Trixie Lore for a character description of Jim Frayne.

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In the conclusion of "The Black Jacket Mystery," Lisa and Amy comb through the action packed final third of the book. Brian practices his doctor skills like he’s seen on TV, Bobby runs away (again) and must be rescued (again), and Dan Mangan is still acting like a NYC gang member (sort of). Questions to ponder during this episode are: Will the catamount ever make an appearance? Why doesn’t anyone know the classic signs of a concussion? Can a wool sweater really save the day? Does painting on leather work? And, once again, where is Di??

In Lisa’s ender, learn about historical dance perils, including “getting stuck” and knowing when the best thing to do is “go home.”

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Lisa and Amy continue their analysis of “The Black Jacket Mystery” in this fun-filled episode. There’s a new boy in town, and he is dangerous with a capital D! A former member of the feared “Cowhands” gang of NYC, Dan Mangan immediately sparks Trixie’s suspicious nature when he shows up in Sleepyside wearing a black leather jacket and black cowboy boots. Di makes a delayed appearance, a new horse pops in, Mr. Lytell’s store is buzzing at six a.m., Bobby has a see-crud, and a catamount is on the prowl. Also, find out the meaning of the phrase “not a choke in a carload” and obtain some new insights into Bobby’s behavior.

In Lisa’s ender, it’s time for more 1950’s party games!

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In this jam-packed episode, Lisa and Amy maneuver their way through the first four chapters of "The Black Jacket Mystery." There are so many questions without answers in this book: When did Jim join a biology group? Why are Brian and Mart changing into "snazzy" or "sharp" sweaters (depending on which version you're reading) just to carry Honey's suitcase up the driveway of Crabapple Farm? Who is Thunderer and how does he magically turn into Jupiter? Why is Honey suddenly using her feminine wiles on the Belden boys? Who is parenting Bobby? And the burning question: Where is Di???

In this episode, Lisa and Amy will point out discrepancies with past books, and share their opinions about this new authors perspective of the Trixie Belden series.

In Lisa's ender, find out what the "Trixie Lore" is, and how future authors were instructed about the characteristics and back story of Dan Mangan.

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Chaos and danger surround Trixie and the BWGs as they work to save their secret (or not secret) club. Once again, a blizzard's slowing them down, Reddy's running away, and no one is correcting Bobby's vocabulary. Plus, Trixie transforms into a "girl," Jim and Trixie share some romantic moments (or maybe a date), a dinner party at the Belden's turns weird with inappropriate games, and food is described in detail down to the last kernel of popcorn.

In this episode, Lisa and Amy will guide you through a new author's ideas about how the Trixie series should continue now that Julie Campbell has moved on.

In Lisa's ender, learn how a 1936 husband should support his wife's recreational choices.

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No more BWGs?! That's what Principal Stratton tells Trixie when  gang-related activity starts to plague Sleepyside Junior/Senior High. In a quest to prove their worth to the school board, the BWGs embark on a UNICEF fundraiser, only to find themselves waist deep in another series of mysteries.

Lisa and Amy peel back the layers of part 1 of The Mysterious Code. It's a new author, new character development, new side stories--all things new! Have Moms and Dad Belden experienced personality changes? Why is Spider Webster eating hot dogs at Whimpy's instead of policing Sleepyside? Where is the decoder to the acrobatic alphabet? What exactly happened (or didn't happen) to Nell Frayne's music box? Some of these questions will be answered, others... well... not so much!

In Lisa's ender, ponder your own answers as Lisa quizzes Amy on regional food names!

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Lisa and Amy finish up their discussion of The Mystery in Arizona. Trixie is homesick for Bobby, but luckily there’s a stand-in named Petey. He’s on the loose with his own nonsensical babble about a giant “g’rilla," creepy dancing people, and skeleton eating. Also, Jim cracks down hard on Trixie over homework, the ranch guests are demanding jobs, potential BWGs are in the mix and the word “squaw” is still making an appearance. Trixie’s mysteries are solved, but Amy and Lisa are left with more unanswered questions about the editing of the different editions.

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The Bob-Whites head to Arizona to spend their Christmas vacation on a dude ranch. Immediately upon arrival, they find themselves filling in for the ranch staff who have mysteriously and abruptly disappeared. Trixie is happy to pitch in, but the remaining BWGs reluctantly take on the roles of the missing employees. If working during her vacation weren’t enough, Trixie is being tutored by Brian and Jim, which puts a large dent in her exciting dude ranch activity schedule.

 A Navaho girl without jewelry, a strange cowboy, and three odd guests keep Trixie juggling more mysteries than she can handle. In Lisa’s ender, you’ll learn all about going steady in the 1950’s, including the importance of fraternity keys, the meaning of the word “sock hop,” and the lowdown on Puppy Love Anklets.

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In this episode, Lisa and Amy break down the second half of the Mystery Off Glen Road. The Bob-Whites have become temporary gamekeepers for the Wheeler estate, and when Trixie and Honey find clues that a poacher is in their midst, they take it upon themselves to catch the culprit. Is the poacher a crazy unicyclist on the loose from the circus, or are their two trespassers in the game preserve? Can a poacher have a cabin in the woods and a vegetable garden? Will Brian realize his dream of owning the $50 jalopy he has his heart set on? This time there will be answers. Plus, Lisa will educate you on the history of the peanut butter and jelly sandwich and give you one last tip for keeping your man—1950’s style.