The Motor Boat Club at the Golden Gate; or, A Thrilling Capture in the Great Fog

** "The Motor Boat Club at the Golden Gate; or, A Thrilling Capture in the Great Fog" by H. Irving Hancock is an adventure story for kids about Tom Halstead and his pal Joe Dawson, who find themselves in a whirlwind of nautical excitement in the San Francisco area. As part of the Motor Boat Club, along with buddies and new people, the two become involved in a really exciting, dangerous, and strange events. The story kicks off with Tom and Joe traveling by train from California's capital to San Francisco, thinking about new opportunities with Joseph Baldwin. They quickly run into a young woman who's being chased by a strange man, and Tom steps in to help. As they try to make sense of these happenings, they have no idea about the challenges and exciting moments ahead. The readers should expect a mix of bravery and heart-pounding action as the boys become part of the Motor Boat Club. **