A mysterious new girl, a cool stone fortress, and secret tunnels. Book 4 in the award-winning Wright Cousin Adventures series!“Jed’s lantern cast long shadows across the room. Tim gulped, not sure whether he wanted to stay there or not. It looked like a dungeon.” The Wright cousins are back to solve another mystery, this time at an old American Revolutionary War fort they are helping to restore. The rebuilt fort’s official opening is on July 4th and there is much to do. Amidst repairs on the fort’s rock walls, sword play, water fights, and cannon firing practice, the cousins make a new friend named Rina. Rina, who is actually Princess Sarina Straunsee in disguise, has more to do with the fort than the cousins realize. Long ago, the fort was designed by her ancestor. She has seen his plans and hopes to discover his secrets. Legend also has it that gold is hidden somewhere within the fort and danger is lurking! Ruthless treasure seekers of all kinds and backgrounds have the location in their sights. Sarina, who was supposed to be the guest of honor for the upcoming ceremony, goes missing. Though the local police are searching for the princess, the Wright cousins are determined to make a search of their own. Will the cousins be able to rescue their new royal friend before her disappearance becomes permanent?“A real page turner. Kids and adults loved it.” – Julia G. Anderson“Read this book for total enjoyment. Fun read. Keeps interest even for adults.” – Lori K.“Wham! Bang! Outstanding! This series is more than great! It should be on every bookshelf for any kid who loves adventure.” – Buzzyflight
The Wright cousins are back to solve another mystery in this fourth book of the Wright Cousins Adventures series, and this time, they are headed for a project to restore a fort that was used during the American Revolution. While they expect the hard work required of them in preparing the fort for its official unveiling on the Fourth of July, they are not prepared for the danger that awaits them. Hidden gold is suspected to exist somewhere within the fort, so treasure seekers of all kinds have the location in their sights. And when the guest of honor at the upcoming ceremony goes missing, it is up to the Wright cousins to help rescue her before it is too late. This book is an excellent continuation of the series, especially as the characters are now clear in the minds of readers. Journeying with the cousins to a new locale is quite enjoyable, as is the addition of a new character to the mix. Like the others in the series, this book is focused primarily on action and dialogue, and this–coupled with short chapters–keeps the narrative flowing. Though the characters are all in their teens, there is no strong language or adult themes, which makes the book accessible to a wide range of readers. This installment does include some danger and suspense, but there is a pleasant resolve at the end. Brief mentions of prayer and religion are found in the story, which serve mostly as anchors to the wholesome design of the narrative. Fans of Nancy Drew, the Hardy Boys, and even Scooby Doo will find something to love about this series, whether they read the books in or out of order. This is an enjoyable mystery adventure for both youth and teens, and it sets up well for subsequent installments.
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