
The Mercer boys and their friend Terry are looking forward to a classic Woodcrest Military Institute summer camp, but the rugged terrain of Rustling Ridge quickly turns their routine drills into something far more unsettling. A sudden horse stampede, a mysterious blaze, and the eerie disappearance of a young girl set the tone for a series of baffling incidents that leave the cadets on edge.
When the camp’s leaders form a Ghost Patrol, Don, Jim, and Terry are chosen to investigate the strange happenings. Their camaraderie and resourceful training are put to the test as they chase clues, confront rumors of a restless spirit, and try to keep the camp from being abandoned. Listeners will be drawn into the boys’ blend of brave teamwork and youthful curiosity, experiencing the suspense of a mystery that feels both adventurous and grounded in the everyday life of a military summer encampment.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (212K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2016-12-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1903–1953
A Presbyterian minister who turned spare hours at a night job into fast-moving adventure stories, he became best known for the Mercer Boys and Mystery Hunter books. His fiction mixed mystery, outdoor action, and a steady sense of character.
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