Howard Roger Garis 
Larry Dexter And The Stolen Boy, Or A Young Reporter On The Lakes 

Larry Dexter and The Stolen Boy is a children’s adventure novel written by Howard Roger Garis. The story follows Larry Dexter, a young reporter, as he investigates a case involving the kidnapping of a young boy. Larry, who works for a newspaper, is assigned to cover the story and he quickly becomes determined to solve the case and find the missing boy. Along with his friend Jack, Larry sets out to uncover clues and gather the information that will lead him to the kidnappers. As they investigate, Larry and Jack find themselves in dangerous situations, but they remain committed to their mission. With the help of some unexpected allies, Larry and Jack finally discover the kidnappers’ hideout and successfully rescue the missing boy.