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the last in the series, that the family makes the city their new home, since Barry
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is about as tall as Jack, but looks shorter because he is of heavier build. His hair is black and streaked with premature grey. The boys and their father are portrayed as very close to each other.
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same pseudonym, "such as Julie
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is described as being tall and slender, with reddish-brown hair cut short, and he has green eyes and freckles. He is portrayed as more serious and dependable than his younger brother.
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father Thomas Power. Since the death of their mother Jack and Chip travel with Mr. Power during school vacation and come upon mysteries, which they investigate.
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looks very similar to Jack – tall and lean, with red hair and freckles. He is the son of wealth Barry
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contains a review of the entire series, and asks subscribers if they know who wrote the books, using the pseudonym of Mel Lyle.
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