A Stranger in the Dark

The hardcover book is in good condition, with the dust jacket showing some wear along the edges but remaining intact. The binding is solid, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or library markings. The cover illustration by John Lawn retains its vibrant colors.

"A Stranger in the Dark" by Alison Smith, published by Dodd, Mead & Company in 1985, is a captivating mystery novel set against the backdrop of gold mines. This hardcover edition, edited for Weekly Reader Books, features illustrations by John Lawn. With its original title "A Trap of Gold," the story follows thirteen-year-old Margaret as she encounters a mysterious figure while searching for a lost gold nugget in an abandoned mine. This edition is part of the "Especially for Girls" series, offering a thrilling adventure for young readers. The book is in good condition, with some wear on the dust jacket, and remains a fascinating piece for collectors of 1980s children's literature.