"Motor Matt's Prize; or, The Pluck That Wins" by Stanley R. Matthews is a captivating tale set in the early 1900s, following Motor Matt, a clever young man with a knack for motors, as he enters a high-stakes powerboat showdown filled with cunning rivals, including Ollie Merton and his enigmatic boat named "Dart". The narrative kicks off with a comical clash between Pickerel Pete and Ping Pong near Fourth Lake's shore, which gets Matt and his buddy George Lorry involved as they break those fellas up before it gets more serious. As Matt gears up for the race, working on his boat called the "Sprite", his enemies try to sabotage his efforts, leading to suspenseful moments as Matt faces technical problems but mostly having to deal with the mean guy tactics from Merton in a race filled with friendship and determination.

Motor Matt's Prize; or, The Pluck That Wins
By Stanley R. Matthews
In a world of roaring engines and daring competition, a young inventor must outsmart his rivals both on and off the water to win the ultimate prize.
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