The Shore Road Mystery

By Franklin W. Dixon

Book Overview

"The Shore Road Mystery" is a classic juvenile detective novel featuring the legendary teen sleuths, Frank and Joe Hardy. In this thrilling installment of the iconic series, a wave of mysterious automobile thefts plagues the residents along the scenic Shore Road. The local police are baffled, and suspicion unfairly falls upon a friend of the Hardy family and his father.

Determined to clear their friend's name, the Hardy brothers embark on a dangerous investigation that takes them from the winding coastal roads to the hidden recesses of the local countryside. As they navigate a web of secrets, disguises, and high-speed pursuits, the boys must use their keen deductive skills and bravery to outfox a sophisticated gang of thieves.

This early entry in the series highlights the resourceful nature and unwavering sense of justice that have made the Hardy Boys a cornerstone of young adult mystery literature for generations. Readers will enjoy the blend of suspense, atmospheric settings, and brotherly teamwork that defines this enduring mystery. "The Shore Road Mystery" remains a compelling example of early 20th-century adventure fiction, capturing the spirit of youthful ingenuity and the timeless appeal of a well-crafted detective story.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025383915
• ISBN13: 9781025383910
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

"Joe Flew Into The Air"

The sixth installment of the Hardy Boys is a fantastic mystery. I figured that by the time I got this far into the series the characters would be dull, the plot line monotonous, and one book would read like the other. This is not the case! This was a fast-paced book, new characters interspersed with the usual cast; though only Frank, Joe, and Chet are the central characters in this tale. Cars are being stolen in Bayport and adjacent cities and the crooks use the Shore Road to make their getaway. The Hardy's friend Jack Dodd and his dad are framed for the robberies, and subsequently jump bail (or do they). With their dad, Fenton, away in New York the Hardy Boys work on the case themselves from the land, sea, and air. Mysterious farmers, secret caves, and the Dodds heritage all play a part in this fun mystery. Why didn't I read these when I was a kid?

I love the Hardy Boys!

This book was Super! I liked pretending I was one of the Hardy Boys. I also tried working out the mysteries with the book. I liked it when they found the Hidden Hideout. I also liked when they spied. I like spying on people myself. I also liked their motorcycles. I loved it!

Especially Creative

I finished this book in 5 hours and I usually take two days. It was amazing how they were always on the go and that you have to go along with them for the ride. It starts out that there have been car thefts on Shore Road and the Hardy Boys decide to solve the case. Then their friend Jack Dodd has a Pilgrim Mystery for them to solve. Then the Dodds are accused of stealing the cars. They get out from bail. Then they disappear. The Hardy Boys suspect they've been kidnapped. Then with the help of their friend Chet they set out to solve the Mystery! Very Good suspeneseful book that has you screaming for more!