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    Hogan's Key
    Hogan's Key
    Hogan's Key
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    Hogan's Key

    By PA BOOKS

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    Embark on an unforgettable adventure with young Rob as he unwraps an extraordinary Christmas gift – a metal detector that will lead him and his friends on a thrilling quest filled with mystery, friendship, and the promise of hidden treasures.

     

    "Hogan's Key" is more than just a treasure hunt; it's a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the enduring power of friendship. As they face challenges and celebrate victories, these young adventurers will inspire readers of all ages to embrace the unknown and discover the treasures that lie within.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPA BOOKS
    Release dateSep 30, 2023
    ISBN9798223859451
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      Hogan's Key - PA BOOKS

      Paul Astle 2023 PA Books 2023

      To find a treasure, you must be willing to lose sight of the shore. — Paulo Coelho

      Chapter 1:

      The Present.

      You know how parents just know everything... it's true. You get them a present for Christmas, a birthday or some other pocket money burning celebration and as soon as they look at the wrapping they instantly know what it is.

      The other way of them finding out is the 3 magic questions... can you drink it? can you wear it? can you eat it? That pretty much covers every present idea that exists.

      Revenge came sweetly for Robert one Christmas. The only present he wished for forever, was a metal detector. He loved treasure, buried treasure, shiny treasure, big treasure & little treasure. You get the picture... he loved treasure.

      Christmas morning came, He bombed down the stairs to see the best shaped present he'd ever seen propped up in the corner by his Dad's Amstrad.

      Robert knew, instantly. This was it. The shape was right. The height was right. Is it? Yes! Goal! Hallelujah! The Bounty hunter 3000!!

      He spun round to show his parents but they were buried in the wrapping paper he'd just flung at them. Oreo's head just popping out of the wrapping paper gap. Oreo's the dog.

      They named

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