Fire at Red Lake by Robert Leckie

Description

Fire at Red Lake by Robert Leckie is a novel written in the late 20th century. The story revolves around young Sandy Steele and his friends as they embark on a summer camping trip in the wilderness, hosted by Sandy’s uncle, Russell Steele, a military general. As excitement builds for their adventure, the gravity of danger emerges with the ever-present threat of forest fires and the mysterious disappearance of a potentially hazardous A-bomb from a recent plane crash. At the start of the narrative, readers are introduced to the characters as they travel by a bumpy station wagon toward a lodge by Red Lake. Sandy, Jerry, and Clyde Quiz Taylor engage in playful banter, showcasing their personalities. Upon arrival, they meet Russell Steele, who mentions the critical fire conditions in the area, hinting at future peril. The dynamics shift quickly as the story progresses into a more serious tone when the danger of wildfires is realized. As they settle into their wilderness adventure, the thrill of camping is overshadowed by imminent threats, setting the stage for suspenseful events to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)