In Alaska, Josh Ladd and Tank Catlett meet Alex, a boy who is in the federal witness protection program with his uncle. When Alex vanishes, Josh and Tank suspect a gangster called Louie. The boys find Alex in the wilderness being pursued by Louie, who then traps all the boys between himself and a giant grizzly bear.
 
Twelve-year-old Josh Ladd longs to see his best friend who moved to Hawaii. On the way home from his California school a stranger approaches Josh to ask suspicious questions. This small incident turns into major danger when Josh and his family fly to Hawaii and the mysterious stranger follows them. The friends are thrust into all kinds of high adventure and danger throughout the 15-book series.
 
Lee Roddy, a best-selling author and award-winning novelist, has written more than sixty books including this popular series for young readers. The adventure-packed books follow the Ladd family around the world. These Christian -based novels are ideal for young boys, ages 8 to 12 and reluctant readers.