Lightning Express: Or, the Rival Academies (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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9780365242420: Lightning Express: Or, the Rival Academies (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 036524242X ISBN 13: 9780365242420

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Two rival academies, one daring plan, and a boy who learns the value of courage and loyalty.

In this fast-paced adventure, a young helper on a pretend railroad becomes tangled in real schemes, high-stakes politics, and a bold face-off between rival school factions. With danger on the lake and a power struggle at every turn, the story follows a clever, principled narrator as he navigates friendships, honors a promise to a friend, and discovers what it means to stand up for what’s right.

Set around a student-built Lake Shore Railroad and its colorful leaders, the book blends humor, suspense, and moments of heartfelt growth. As plans unfold and tensions rise, the main character finds himself between two powerful figures—the charismatic young president of the railroad and a formidable magnate with his own long-range dreams. Through daring midnight passages, rescuing a foe in trouble, and the pull of loyalty to a trusted ally, the narrative keeps a brisk tempo from start to finish.

Experience a vivid campus-rooted world of stockholders, boardrooms, and railway dreams.
Follow a brave young hero who makes hard choices to help others, even when it’s risky.
Watch rival factions clash, then discover moments of mercy, growth, and unexpected friendship.
Enjoy a lively mix of humor, swagger, and the spirit of teamwork in the face of challenge.

Ideal for readers who enjoy classic boy-led adventures, railroad chronicles, and stories about bravery, fairness, and loyalty.

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