Download or read book The Secret of the Old Mill written by Franklin W. Dixon and published by . This book was released on 1927 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teenage detectives Frank and Joe Hardy investigate a case of counterfeiting.
Download or read book The Missing Chums written by Franklin W. Dixon and published by Standard Ebooks. This book was released on 2024-04-11T00:18:50Z with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To their friends’ envy, Biff and Chet plan to take a boating vacation up the coast. The joy of sending them off soon turns to anxiety as neither of them make contact with home for several days. Convinced that something’s happened to them, the Hardy boys and their friends go on a search filled with adventure and peril in hopes of retrieving their missing chums. This is the fourth book of the Hardy boys series, first published in 1928. While the author is credited to be Franklin W. Dixon, in reality, Leslie MacFarlane and Edward Stratemeyer are primarily responsible for the early volumes, including this one. This Standard Ebooks edition is based on the original 1928 text. This book is part of the Standard Ebooks project, which produces free public domain ebooks.
Download or read book Mystery at the Old Mill written by Clare Chase and published by Bookouture. This book was released on 2020-12-07 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the calm of Saxford St Peter is disrupted by a deadly fire at the Old Mill, amateur sleuth Eve Mallow finds herself investigating a most surprising mystery! Everyone in Saxford St Peter is desperate to know more about Harry Tennant, the newcomer who owns the Old Mill. He usually keeps himself to himself, but he's finally invited the villagers round for drinks, and Eve Mallow isn't the only one looking forward to having some questions answered. But two days before the party, a terrible fire sweeps through the mill, and Harry is found dead. When Eve passes the burned remains of his beautiful house, she can't resist the call to investigate. Especially when it turns out quiet, charming Harry was living a double life as the famous advice writer Pippa Longford. Eve has to wonder what revelations were contained in the letters he received... and whether one of them was worth killing for. Accompanied by her reliable dachshund sidekick Gus, Eve starts digging. She soon realises Harry was at the centre of a web of lives - and lies. There's an uncle desperate to inherit, two women who thought they were his one and only, not to mention everyone who shared their darkest secrets with him. Was one of those strangers much closer to home than Harry knew? And can Eve untangle the truth before she finds herself face to face with a killer? A completely charming page-turner, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Agatha Christie and Betty Rowlands. See what readers are saying about the Eve Mallow series: 'Utterly delightful!... I really enjoyed reading this book. It was the perfect cosy murder mystery to become immersed in... Keeps you on your toes!... I highly recommend this to the armchair detectives of the world!' The Two Quills 'I loved this book... Everything an old-fashioned sleuthing ought to be... I flew through the pages' Shalini's Books & Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Stunning... Loved the story and the pacing and just everything about it... A great story that I couldn't put down... The twists and turns were great.' Crossroad Reviews
Download or read book Nancy Drew 01 the Secret of the Old Clock written by Carolyn Keene and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1930-05-01 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read the original Nancy Drew mystery! The Secret of the Old Clock is the mystery that began it all for America's favorite teenaged slueth. The accidental rescue of a little girl who lives with her two great-aunts leads to an adventurous search for a missing will.
Download or read book Hardy Boys Mystery Stories 1 2 written by Franklin W. Dixon and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1987-09-02 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Together in this one book are two of the Hardy Boys’ oldest mysteries that began the classic mystery series of the sleuthing siblings. In The Tower Treasure, the Hardy boys' summer is ruined by a red-haired robber striking all over town. No robbery is more devastating than of Tower Mansion, home to one of the wealthiest families around. To prove the mansion’s caretaker is innocent, the Hardy boys will have to solve the mystery of the stolen jewels before time runs out. In The House on the Cliff, Frank and Joe are asked to help out their famous private detective father on his latest drug smuggling case, which sends them to an old house on a cliff to serve as lookouts. But when cries for help lure the boys inside the house, they realize they could be in more danger than they thought.
Download or read book The Secret of the Caves 7 written by Franklin W. Dixon and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017-10-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hardy Boys series, first published in 1927, has sold more than 70 million copies! Now with a brand-new look, this is an edition that collectors won't want to miss! In The Secret of the Caves, the seventh book in the incredibly popular, long-running series, Frank and Joe Hardy discover the secret of the Honeycomb Caves while searching for a missing professor. A special treat for Hardy Boys fans and any reader who's new to the series!
Download or read book The Mystery of Cabin Island 8 written by Franklin W. Dixon and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-10-17 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hardy Boys series, first published in 1927, has sold more than 70 million copies! Now with a brand-new look, this is an edition that collectors won't want to miss! In The Mystery of Cabin Island, the eighth book in the incredibly popular, long-running series, Frank and Joe Hardy encounter several dangerous setbacks as they search for Johnny Jefferson and some antique stolen medals. A special treat for Hardy Boys fans and any reader who's new to the series!
Download or read book Old Mill Road written by L. V. Gaudet and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-19 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is safety in pretending a thing is not real. Even when every fibre of your being knows that is a lie. There is safety in forgetting. In a way. You can't escape the dream. Twelve years ago four kids found something in the woods that tore their innocence away. They made a vow to keep it secret. Now, impossibly, someone found it again.
Download or read book The House on the Cliff written by Franklin W. Dixon and published by Standard Ebooks. This book was released on 2023-10-30T03:11:52Z with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On holiday with friends, the Hardy boys check out the local haunted house. Deterred by screams and the dilapidated house, the group turn towards home. However, a nearly-fatal motor boat chase in the nearby bay causes the Hardy boys to wonder: is the house really haunted, or is there foul play afoot? This is the second book of the Hardy boys series, first published in 1927. It was rewritten in 1959; this Standard Ebook contains the original 1927 text. This book is part of the Standard Ebooks project, which produces free public domain ebooks.
Download or read book Counting on Grace written by Elizabeth Winthrop and published by Yearling. This book was released on 2008-12-18 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1910. Pownal, Vermont. At 12, Grace and her best friend Arthur must leave school and go to work as a “doffers” on their mothers’ looms in the mill. Grace’s mother is the best worker, fast and powerful, and Grace desperately wants to help her. But she’s left handed and doffing is a right-handed job. Grace’s every mistake costs her mother, and the family. She only feels capable on Sundays, when she and Arthur receive special lessons from their teacher. Together they write a secret letter to the Child Labor Board about underage children working in Pownal. A few weeks later a man with a camera shows up. It is the famous reformer Lewis Hine, undercover, collecting evidence for the Child Labor Board. Grace’s brief acquaintance with Hine and the photos he takes of her are a gift that changes her sense of herself, her future, and her family’s future.
Download or read book The Shore Road Mystery written by Franklin W. Dixon and published by Aegitas. This book was released on 2024-08-09 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Shore Road Mystery, written by Franklin W. Dixon, is a thrilling addition to the iconic Hardy Boys series. This classic mystery novel takes readers on a suspenseful journey filled with twists and turns, as the Hardy brothers strive to unravel the truth behind a mysterious plot. Set in the small town of Bayport, the story follows Frank and Joe Hardy, teenage amateur detectives who are known for their sleuthing skills. When a wealthy man named Mr. Morse hires the brothers to investigate a series of strange occurrences on Shore Road, the Hardy boys are eager to take on the challenge. As they delve deeper into the case, the Hardy brothers discover that there is more to Shore Road than meets the eye. From a missing yacht and a suspicious mansion to a secret underground tunnel, the boys encounter a web of deceit and danger that puts their detective skills to the test. With the help of their trusty friends, Chet Morton and Biff Hooper, and their detective father, Fenton Hardy, the brothers uncover a sinister plot involving stolen jewels and a notorious gang of criminals. As they race against time to solve the mystery, the Hardy boys must use all their wits and courage to outsmart their adversaries and bring the criminals to justice. One of the most captivating aspects of The Shore Road Mystery is the vivid and detailed descriptions of the setting. Franklin W. Dixon masterfully paints a picture of Bayport, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the small town atmosphere and feel as though they are right there with the characters, experiencing the mystery firsthand. Moreover, the characters in the novel are well-developed and relatable, making it easy for readers to connect with them. From the witty and daring Hardy boys to the loyal and supportive Chet and Biff, each character brings a unique element to the story and plays an integral role in solving the mystery. The Shore Road Mystery also touches upon important themes such as loyalty, friendship, and perseverance. Through the trials and challenges that the Hardy boys face, readers are reminded of the value of true friendship and the importance of never giving up, even in the face of adversity. The Shore Road Mystery is a captivating and suspenseful read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its engaging plot, well-developed characters, and thought-provoking themes, this book is not only entertaining but also educational. Young readers will be inspired by the Hardy brothers' determination and resourcefulness, while also learning important lessons about courage, trust, and teamwork. A must-read for fans of mystery and adventure, The Shore Road Mystery is a timeless classic that continues to thrill readers of all ages.
Download or read book Hunting for Hidden Gold written by Franklin W. Dixon and published by Standard Ebooks. This book was released on 2024-04-19T17:41:38Z with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During an extended winter holiday, the Hardy boys are summoned to Montana by their father to help with a case: recovering stolen gold. The trip out West is anything but easy; the boys’ fame and success as amateur detectives has reached their father’s enemies, who are determined to undermine a reunion. Facing dangers from man, beast, and nature, the Hardy boys embark on a journey to recover the missing gold and bring justice to the small mining town of Lucky Bottom. This is the fifth book of the Hardy boys series, first published in 1928. While the author is credited to be Franklin W. Dixon, in reality, Leslie MacFarlane and Edward Stratemeyer are primarily responsible for the early volumes, including this one. This Standard Ebooks edition is based on the original 1928 text. This book is part of the Standard Ebooks project, which produces free public domain ebooks.
Download or read book The Old Mill Creek written by James E. McCollum and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2020-10-09 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each poem within this collection, whether historically based, fictional, or fantasy, has some connection with or to my father’s sacred ground, the Old Mill Creek; founded in 1861, the 2,500-acre nature preserve is Ohio’s first district park. Your reading journey includes “Star-crossed Lovers Nevermore,” a poem inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Two poems connected with the family Home Cemetery, where generations of my father’s family and relatives rest, is nestled within the park. The final three poems are a trilogy, part fiction with small, surgical incisions of real events that follow a family’s journey through “Magic in the Trees,” “The Dragon’s Lair,” and “The Miracle of the Polished Stone.” The trilogy presents a dynamic illustration of the dichotomy of human consciousness; the Yin and Yang of the circle of reality and fantasy, tragedy and joy, and despair and redemption.
Download or read book Secret of the Old Mill written by Enid Blyton and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Secret Seven Short Story Collection written by Enid Blyton and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2011-05-05 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A secret store of stolen silver, a surprising view through a telescope, a shrill scream on a night out, a disappearing cash box and a dangerous accident and a trap for the Secret Seven! This collection includes the following short stories: The Secret of Old Mill; The Humbug Adventure; Adventure On The Way Home; An Afternoon with The Secret Seven; Where are The Secret Seven?; Hurry, Secret Seven, Hurry!
Download or read book Secret Seven Colour Short Stories The Secret of Old Mill written by Enid Blyton and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2017-04-06 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Secret Seven are siblings Peter and Janet, and Jack, Barbara, Pam, Colin and George. Together they are The Secret Seven - ready to solve any mystery, any time - in Enid Blyton's classic series of 15 mystery novels. Peter and Janet think Old Mill is perfect for their Seven Society meetings - until they make a startling discovery about some stolen goods. So the gang hatch a plan to wait for the thieves to come back ... In addition to the Secret Seven novels, Enid Blyton wrote six short stories based on the characters which are published in The Secret Seven Short Story Collection (Hodder). The stories are also available in individual volumes, divided into chapters to make them ideal for newly confident readers. They have been illustrated in full colour by Tony Ross.
Download or read book The Secret of Marie written by Rebecca Bricker and published by . This book was released on 2016-03-04 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She was known only as Marie. Her story has perplexed art historians for the decades since American Impressionist painters flocked to the French village of Giverny, as they followed the path of its famous artist-in-residence Claude Monet. Marie was the favorite model of one of those painters, Theodore Robinson, whose untimely death at the age of 43 eclipsed his legacy as one of the greatest American painters of his day.This is the tale - part true, part imagined - of Theodore and Marie, set in Giverny, where author Rebecca Bricker captures the life and spirit of a thriving artists' colony at the turn of the last century. In The Secret of Marie, Monet's Giverny is the backdrop for a modern-day love story between a French architect and an American writer who meet at an ancient moulin in the village. Their romance conjures up the secret of an artist from Vermont and his Parisian model who left an indelible mark, tinged with mystery, on the history of American Impressionism.
