
Tim Murphy is a quick‑witted newspaper reporter who lives for the rush of a landing strip. While watching the sleek Day Express glide onto the Atkinson field, he can’t resist the lure of the new high‑speed transports that promise coast‑to‑coast flight in a heartbeat. His curiosity spikes when a silent, well‑built stranger in a gray suit—dubbed “Mr. Seven”— steps off the plane with no name on the manifest.
The airport’s manager, Carl Hunter, offers Tim a chance to trade ink for altitude, but the reporter’s instinct drives him toward the enigma of the mysterious passenger. A hush falls over the crowd as “Mr. Seven” unloads three massive bags, hinting at a purpose far beyond ordinary travel. Tim’s habit of asking questions pulls him into a web of secret service intrigue that promises danger and excitement.
As the first clues surface, Tim senses a hidden agenda linked to a legendary treasure known only as the S‑18. The stage is set for a high‑flying chase across skies and secret valleys, where every clue could mean the difference between a simple story and a life‑changing adventure.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (234K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Release date
2014-08-26
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1904
Best known for brisk, all-action adventure stories, this early 20th-century American writer also worked as a reporter and newspaper editor. His books often follow young men thrown into aviation, mystery, and high-stakes public service.
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