The Mystery of the Singing Serpent (1972) is the 17th installment in the classic Alfred Hitchcock and the Three Investigators series, written by Robert Arthur Jr. under the Hitchcock pseudonym. In this thrilling adventure, Jupiter Jones, Pete Crenshaw, and Bob Andrews are hired to recover a stolen statuette of a serpent that emits an eerie, musical sound. Their investigation leads them into a dangerous smuggling operation, where they must outwit ruthless criminals and decipher hidden clues. Packed with suspense, clever deductions, and daring escapes, this book showcases the trio’s detective skills in another fast-paced mystery.
For readers who enjoyed this book, similar titles include The Secret of Terror Castle (Three Investigators #1), where the boys explore a haunted movie set, and The Mystery of the Green Ghost (Three Investigators #14), featuring a spectral mystery with supernatural elements. Another great choice is The Secret of Skeleton Island (Three Investigators #6), which blends treasure hunting with underwater danger.
