The Second Summer

by David Fabio

In this sequel to "The Hidden Passage," teenage brothers Tom and Paul Johnson have successfully made the transition from city life to country life near a small Minnesota town. They've found lots of excitement in their new home, including a bootleggers cave on their farm and numerous remarkable nature stories. This summer, though, it's time to get their friends-new and old-involved in their adventures. The boys, along with their two friends Keith and Jason, spend their time away from school swimming, canoeing, fishing at the lake, and deepening their friendships. But when two girls arrive, things start to get a lot more interesting.

The girls eagerly join in the boys' activities, but it's not long before they must return home from their vacation. Disappointed at the girls' departure, the boys are nevertheless undaunted as they continue their search for adventure. Nature becomes their playground-one that remains in their memories for years to come.

163 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 21, 2020

About the author

Dave Fabio is a regional author that writes fiction novels whose mysteries walk the narrow line between fiction and fact. It is usually the first question a reader responds with - where did you find your information?

His background is that of an educator, inventor, photographer, traveler and outdoor enthusiast, which is reflected in his novels. Those who live in the areas described in his books, comment on the accurate details that makes the reader feel they are part of the book. For those that have never been there, people have traveled just to see the locations.

Some of the novels are different in topics and genre - mystery, historical fiction, etc. However, it doesn't take long to recognize the style and become comfortable in the stories.