The Sky Detectives; Or, How Jack Ralston Got His Man

"The Sky Detectives; Or, How Jack Ralston Got His Man" by Ambrose Newcomb is a story about Jack Ralston, a talented pilot and secret agent, along with his reliable buddy Perk Perkiser, as they chase after the famous counterfeiter "Slippery Slim" Garrabrant. This exciting story mixes aviation, detective skills, and thrilling drama, promising an engaging narrative with lots of action and suspense. The book starts with Jack and Perk arriving at Candler Flying Field in Atlanta, getting ready for a flight to New Orleans that could lead them to the center of their case against the sneaky criminal. They're shown as skilled pilots determined to catch Garrabrant, who has been dodging the law with his clever tricks. The tension rises as they face surprises, like a robbery at a nearby hotel, hinting at a bigger criminal plot. Jack's sharp senses tell him that their enemies might know their plans, setting up a risky chase through the skies and into danger.