The Mistery of Cabin Island

The Mystery of Cabin Island (first published in 1929; revised in 1966) is the eighth book in The Hardy Boys mystery series, written under the pseudonym Franklin W. Dixon. The story follows teenage detectives Frank and Joe Hardy, who, along with their friends Chet Morton and Biff Hooper, are invited by Elroy Jefferson to spend Christmas vacation on his island—Cabin Island—located in a frozen bay near Bayport. The boys expect a fun winter holiday filled with skating and sleighing, but their plans take a mysterious turn when strange events begin to unfold. Their supplies are stolen, trespassers appear on the island, and the cabin itself seems to hide secrets from the past. The boys learn of a missing valuable stamp collection connected to Mr. Jefferson's late son, and they set out to solve the mystery. As they investigate, the Hardy Boys face natural dangers, deceitful intruders, and icy weather, but their persistence and clever reasoning lead them to uncover the hidden treasure and restore it to its rightful owner. Blending suspense, teamwork, and wholesome adventure, The Mystery of Cabin Island continues the Hardy Boys' legacy as classic youthful detectives driven by integrity and curiosity.