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Franklin W. Dixon
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories
26 books
Complete series
About this series
Join brothers Frank and Joe Hardy as they solve mysteries in their hometown of Bayport and beyond. These classic tales feature the teenage detectives investigating thefts, disappearances, and other puzzling cases, often with the help of their friends and father. Expect adventure and deductive reasoning in every installment.
Books
The Tower Treasure
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #1
The House on the Cliff
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #2
The Secret of the Old Mill
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #3
The Missing Chums
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #4
Hunting for Hidden Gold
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #5
The Shore Road Mystery
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #6
Hardy Boys 07: the Secret of the Caves
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #7
The Mystery of Cabin Island
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #8
The Great Airport Mystery
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #9
Hardy Boys 10: What Happened at Midnight
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #10
While the Clock Ticked
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #11
Footprints Under the Window
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #12
Hardy Boys 13: the Mark on the Door
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #13
The hidden harbor mystery
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #14
Hardy Boys 15: the Sinister Signpost
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #15
A Figure in Hiding
Hardy Boys: The New Case Files #16
Hardy Boys 17: the Secret Warning
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #17
The Twisted Claw
Hardy Boys: The New Case Files #18
The Disappearing Floor
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #19
The Crisscross Shadow
Hardy Boys: The New Case Files #32
The Clue of the Screeching Owl
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #41
The Mystery of the Spiral Bridge
Hardy Boys: The New Case Files #45
The Mummy Case
The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #63
Track of the Zombie
Hardy Boys: The New Case Files #54
The Blackwing Puzzle
Hardy Boys: The New Case Files #32
The Test Case
Hardy Boys: The New Case Files #144
The Hardy Boys Detective Handbook
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Frequently asked questions
What is the correct reading order for The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories?
The original 58 books in The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories are best read in publication order, as later books occasionally reference events or characters from earlier installments. While many mysteries are self-contained, following the sequence provides a more cohesive experience.
Are there any TV shows or movies based on The Hardy Boys?
The Hardy Boys series has been adapted into several television shows and films over the years, including a popular 1970s TV series and more recent streaming adaptations. These adaptations often capture the adventurous spirit of the books while sometimes taking creative liberties with the plots.
How does The Hardy Boys series connect with Nancy Drew?
The Hardy Boys often appear in crossover adventures with Nancy Drew, as both series were created by the Stratemeyer Syndicate and share a similar universe. These joint mysteries allow the teenage detectives to combine their skills to solve more complex cases.
Do the Hardy Boys books change over time?
The original Hardy Boys series underwent significant revisions starting in the late 1950s, with many of the earlier books being rewritten to update language, remove stereotypes, and shorten the stories. Readers may notice differences in tone and detail between the original texts and the revised editions.