“Do act mysterious. It always keeps them coming back for more.”

“She always has close calls when she solves a mystery!”

“Ned said "Nancy Drew is the best girl detective in the whole world!""Don't you believe him," Nancy said quickly. "I have solved some mysteries, I'll admit, and I enjoy it, but I'm sure there are many other girls who could do the same.”

“I don't promise to forget the mystery, but I know I'll have a marvelous time.”

“Nancy, every place you go, it seems as if mysteries just pile up one after another.”

“We could certainly use a detective. And I've got to hand it to you, Nancy - you sure can keep your head.”

“Bess stepped back and looked at Nancy admiringly. 'Your hunches are so often right it startles me.”