“Book Descriptions: Will the boys be accused of kidnapping? Or will they die of thirst first?
When Dean promises to help search the Hobo Jungle for clues, Gary and his brothers seem closer than ever to finding the missing surgeon. But now Dean is missing too. The boys proceed without him, trying to practice longsuffering. With the help of two hobos and a red handkerchief, they begin to untangle the trail left by Dr. Jefferson. Then, Dean reappears. But relief turns to despair as the boys find themselves in a worse predicament. Will they be accused of kidnapping? Or will they die of thirst? Is it possible to be longsuffering even now? They’ve almost forgotten about finding Dr. Jefferson. But the red handkerchief has one more clue.” DRIVE