The Tower Treasure

Written by Franklin W. Dixon

Book #1 in the The Hardy Boys series

Two brothers race to solve a daring jewel heist.

5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 20,711 ratings

180 pages· 35,310 words· Est. 5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Frank and Joe Hardy, teenage sleuths, face their first thrilling challenge: a high-stakes jewel heist. As they delve into the mystery, secrets unravel, and danger lurks at every turn. Can they crack the case before it's too late? Discover the adventure that launched a legendary series.

From the publisher

The Hardy Boys series, first published in 1927, has sold more than 70 million copies! Now with a brand-new look, this is an edition that collectors won’t want to miss! In The Tower Treasure, the first book in the incredibly popular, long-running series, Frank and Joe Hardy work together to solve a high-stakes jewel heist. A special treat for Hardy Boys fans and any reader who’s new to the series!

At a glance

Format
Pages: 180
Words: 35,310
Reading age: 8–12
Audience: Middle Grade
Lexile: 740L

Themes & topics

Books about thieves, robbers, and outlaws Books about detectives Books about treasure Books about sleuthing Books about outlaws

What readers & critics say

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“The Hardy Boys novels were a staple of my early reading, and I'll love them forever. Many people were more familiar with the Nancy Drew series, but the Hardy Boys books are equally exciting and enjoyable detective books. Because the books are older, readers may encounter some unfamiliar words, like the yellow "jalopy" stolen by the same man who attempts to rob a ferry boat ticket office. Readers will enjoy the step-by-step problem-solving. The Hardy Boys novels are especially great for introducing young readers to the practice of deductive reasoning--the process of elimination widely popularized by Sherlock Holmes. The books are written by several different authors writing under a shared pen name, and some are certainly better than others. The Tower Treasure is one of the best.”

Lemony Snickers

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