Crack the case with America's favorite teen detectives: The Hardy Boys
Calling all mystery enthusiasts and young sleuths! Discover the captivating world of The Hardy Boys, a timeless mystery series that has enthralled young sleuths and adult mystery enthusiasts for nearly a century. Join brothers Frank and Joe Hardy as they take on thrilling adventures, from uncovering hidden treasures in The Tower Treasure to unraveling sinister plots in The Secret of the Old Mill. Each captivating story can stand alone, brimming with adrenaline and clever problem-solving. Whether you have been a long-time fan of the series or are new to the escapades, these original tales, presented by Dover, promise suspense and excitement that can be enjoyed in any order.
Book 1: The Tower Treasure
Stolen, hidden, and buried treasure! The first book in The Hardy Boys series leads us into an investigation headed by Brothers Frank and Joe Hardy, who are following the murmurs of a dying man who claims to have “secreted” his loot. The Tower Treasure sets the stage for the many adventures the brothers will have, showcasing their determination and keen detective skills.
Book 2: The House on the Cliff
A haunting summer vacation! In the second installment of this thrilling amateur detective series, The House on the Cliff, the two brothers are enjoying their summer vacation while their father, private investigator Fenton Hardy, works on a smuggling case. The Hardy Boys join their father in the surveillance of an old mansion on the cliffs overlooking Barmet Bay, which is possibly connected to their father’s smuggling case and rumored to be haunted. As the mystery unfolds in this captivating adventure, the Hardy boys encounter danger and crack another case with their keen detective skills.
Book 3: The Secret of the Old Mill
A threat of national importance! In The Secret of the Old Mill, Frank and Joe Hardy investigate a counterfeit operation while their detective father is connected to a secret case involving national security. A paper trail leads the brothers to an old mill on the outskirts of town that appears to hold the key to solving both crimes. Follow the Hardy Boys as they track down clues that will lead them to discover the secret of the old mill!
Book 4: The Missing Chums
Missing: Chet and Biff! In the fourth book of the Hardy Boys series, The Missing ChumsFrank and Joe prove their loyalty and comradery as they relentlessly search for their closest friends after their unexplained disappearance. They discover the notorious Baldy Turk’s gang might have something to do with their missing friends as they retrace the events leading to their disappearance. In this thrilling installment, Frank and Joe find themselves on a mysterious island with peril and danger like they have never faced before.
Book 5: Hunting for Hidden Gold
Digging for clues! When their father, detective Fenton Hardy, becomes injured while working on a case of stolen gold in Montana, Frank and Joe Hardy are called to the rescue. In the fifth installment of the series, Hunting for Hidden Gold, the teen detectives are thrust into a world of danger and deception as they contend with a disastrous mine cave-in, a raging blizzard, vicious timber wolves, and the notorious outlaw Black Pepper and his gang. You don’t want to miss this thrilling adventure as the Hardy Boys face an epic criminal showdown!
Start your autumn season with suspense-filled mysteries from Hardy brothers Frank and Joe. Follow along as the two brothers continue to keep us on our toes, and stay tuned for The Hardy Boys' next thrilling adventures, The Shore Road Mystery and The Secret of the Caves, set to release in 2025. Pick up The Hardy Boys series at Dover Publications and embark on your adventure today!
