Prolific storyteller, Paul Boyce again entertains as he weaves his fictional mysteries into the fabric of Great Depression era America, a time so reminiscent of his own childhood. Follow along as retired civil engineer Elias Hooks and his protEgEs, eleven-year-old cousins, Jessica Sinclair and Billy Coupes, call on their wide-ranging investigative talent to recover buried wealth, trace a lost family connection, expose a troubling case of embezzlement, and correct the error of an unjustified lawsuit. Again, the three sleuths use 1930s technology and methods to bring about their clever solutions while at the same time exploring questions of personal behavior, responsibility to others, and personal and collective ethics. If the first two volumes of the series captured your imagination, you'll be delighted with this latest addition. As with his previous works, these wholesome, family friendly stories can be enjoyed by readers of all ages. So whether as a gift for a young reader or perhaps just a pleasant read for yourself, The Hooks Files would be a good choice. Why not buy the entire three-volume set? You won't be disappointed. They are available at your favorite bookstore, online at amazon.com, or from the author's own website: thehooksfiles.tateauthor.com.