The Flaming Mountain: A Rick Brant Science-Adventure Story

By Harold L. (Harold Leland) Goodwin

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

When an island faces devastation from a potentially catastrophic volcanic eruption, a group of scientists and two brave teens must use cutting-edge science to attempt to save lives before it blows.

Genres

Children & Young Adult Reading Science-Fiction & Fantasy Fiction

Released

2010-04-18

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Summary

"The Flaming Mountain: A Rick Brant Science-Adventure Story" by Harold L. Goodwin is an action-packed story set in the early 1960s, that follows the adventures of teenager Rick Brant and his buddy Scotty as they venture to San Luz, a small island, to assist a group of scientists facing a perilous volcanic eruption. Rick and Scotty begin by constructing a model of San Luz for a meeting at the Spindrift Scientific Foundation regarding the impending disaster that most of the island's residents are unaware of because of their superstitions. As the story progresses, the team races against time to explore scientific solutions avert the volcanic eruption and save lives. The narrative blends scientific exploration with themes of urgency, danger, and catastrophic forces, and offers readers a thrilling tale of courage and ingenuity.