The Mystery of the Deserted Village

"The Mystery of the Deserted Village" by Elbert M. Hoppenstedt is a children's adventure, where Ronnie Rorth, a young boy, faces the prospect of losing his family's land and a village filled with history due to the St. Lawrence Seaway project. Beginning with carefree days in the hayloft, Ronnie's world shifts when he overhears discussions about the Seaway authority's plans, sparking a drive to save the forgotten village filled with family history. With his brother Phil and friend Bill, Ronnie embarks on a mission fueled by tales of the past and aided by a historian named Mr. Caldwell. As Ronnie peels behind the mysteries of the deserted village, he seeks to unearths hidden secrets within its forgotten walls, the stage is set for an adventure of self-discovery and the meaning of family legacy.