Matthews, Stanley R.
"Motor Matt Makes Good; or, Another Victory for the Motor Boys" by Matthews is a thrilling adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows Motor Matt, also known as Matt King, along with his friends Dick Ferral and Carl Pretzel, as they navigate dangers both above and below the water aboard their submarine, the "Grampus". The story is set against a backdrop of maritime intrigue involving enemies known as the Sons of the Rising Sun and promises action-packed scenarios involving both mischief and warfare. At the start of the narrative, the trio is aboard the "Grampus" off the Chilian coast, engrossed in the mysteries of the dark sea when they encounter a strange, glowing object underwater. As they investigate, Matt expresses concern about their enemies who may still be pursuing them. The situation escalates when Matt is unexpectedly attacked, hurled into the ocean, and manages to survive by clinging to a torpedo. As the story progresses, it is revealed that the Sons of the Rising Sun have stolen a submarine of their own, intensifying the conflict and setting the stage for future confrontations between Matt and his friends and the cunning foes that threaten their mission. The opening chapters establish an atmosphere of suspense and excitement that is characteristic of the series. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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