“exclaimed Joe, rattling the door handle. “What’s the idea?” He and Frank heard the booted footsteps retreating along the hall and down a stairway. The boys surveyed their little prison. A narrow bed and broad writing table were the extent of the furniture, except for well-stocked bookshelves that covered two walls from floor to ceiling. “This must be Professor Rand’s study,” Frank whispered. He examined the volumes briefly. “They’re all on ancient Indian civilizations,” he noted. “And look! Her...e are some written by Professor Rand.” “Very interesting,” Joe said wryly. “Right now I’m more interested in getting out of here.” “Let’s try the window,” proposed Frank. He pulled open two narrow french doors. A gust of cold wind from the sea struck the boys as they stepped onto a railed balcony. “No ground supports,” Joe noted, leaning out over the rail. “We’re too high to jump.” The brothers looked around from their perch, located on the front face of the mansion.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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