Mystery on Maui Nancy Drew 143

In 'Mystery on Maui,' book number 143 of the Nancy Drew series by Carolyn Keene, Nancy Drew, the teenage sleuth, finds herself embroiled in a new mystery while on vacation in Maui, Hawaii. Nancy, along with her friends Bess and George, are looking forward to a relaxing holiday filled with sun, sand, and surf. However, their vacation takes an unexpected turn when a conference at their hotel about environmental practices in pineapple growing becomes the target of sabotage. The conference's keynote speaker, a renowned environmentalist, is almost killed, and important research on the ecological impact of pineapple plantations goes missing. Nancy is drawn into the investigation and must navigate a web of secrets and suspects, including jealous rivals, disgruntled employees, and activists. As she delves deeper into the case, she discovers that the sabotage is part of a larger scheme that could have devastating consequences for the environment. Using her keen detective skills, Nancy races against time to solve the mystery, uncover the culprit, and prevent a potential ecological disaster. Throughout the adventure, readers are treated to the lush backdrop of Maui, complete with descriptions of its culture and natural beauty.