
Book
Hardy Boys 04: the Missing Chums
Franklin W. Dixon
Penguin Young Readers Group · Hardcover · March 1, 1930
Reading lane: Pirate Adventures
Not only is the local bank robbed, but two of the Hardy boys' pals mysteriously disappear after a masquerade party.
At a Glance
Why This Clicks
What Hooks Here
A quick, collectible blend of mystery, adventure, and sibling teamwork.
Come here for
- pirate-adjacent mystery energy
- Hardy Boys continuity, brisk and familiar
Expect
- chapter-by-chapter momentum
- kid-friendly suspense with a pulpy edge
Book Details
- Authors
- Franklin W. Dixon
- Publisher
- Penguin Young Readers Group
- Published
- March 1, 1930
- Format
- Hardcover
- Theme
- Pirate Adventures · Sibling Stories
- Reading lane
- Pirate Adventures
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Publisher Categories
Action & Adventure
Sibling Stories
Mysteries & Detective Stories
About This Book
Not only is the local bank robbed, but two of the Hardy boys' pals mysteriously disappear after a masquerade party. Are the events related? How the Hardy boys use all their courage and skill to outwit the criminals provides an exciting climax to one of the most baffling mysteries the young detectives have ever encountered.
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