The treasure of Mushroom Rock : A story of prospecting in the Rocky Mountains

On a windy April night at a strict English boarding school, two very different boys—Percy, the newly arrived American son of a consul, and Tom, the vicar’s son—find themselves sharing a secret escape through a rope‑like bundle that slides down a window. Their quick friendship forms over whispered jokes, classroom rivalries, and a shared love of sport, even as Percy’s sharp mind overtakes Tom in Latin and Greek. The boys’ bond grows stronger amid the bustling halls and quiet evenings of Moseley’s, setting the stage for a partnership that feels as inevitable as it is thrilling.

Years later, that same daring spirit carries them across the Atlantic to the rugged Rocky Mountains, where local legend speaks of a hidden cache at the eerie Mushroom Rock. With maps, grit, and a youthful hunger for discovery, they begin a quest that promises danger, mystery, and the chance to uncover a treasure whispered about in campfire tales. The adventure is only just beginning, and the mountains hold secrets waiting to be revealed.