HIDDEN MICKEY 2: It All Started... (Hidden Mickey, Volume 2)

✍ Scribed by Nancy Temple Rodrigue; David W. Smith

• Publisher: Double R Books Publishing
• Year: 2010
• Tongue: English
• Weight: 465 KB
• Edition: 1st ed
• Category: Fiction
• ISBN: 0974902632

✦ Synopsis

**HIDDEN MICKEY 2

It All Started...**

The 2nd Adventure Mystery about Walt Disney and Disneyland written for Adults, Teens, & Tweens (age 10 & up).

MISSING A CLUE LANCE STUMBLES ON A MYSTERIOUS GEMSTONE

What was in the instructions Walt gave him just before he died? Is there more to the Hidden Mickey quest? A mysterious Red Diamond comes from the depths of the Jungle.

WHAT IS THE POWER BEHIND IT?

Lance Brentwood, the spoiled bad-boy of Hidden Mickey 1, finds himself in an unfamiliar position--alone and at the receiving end of a gun.

ONE CRYPTIC CLUE INVOLVES A MAN'S ENTIRE DESTINY

When Lance learns the legacy Walt set in place is more far-reaching than he had ever imagined. Can he earn the trust of the Blond-Haired Man's daughter, or does this feisty beauty have plans of her own? Intrigue heats up when Lance has to team up with her as the two embark on an even wilder quest to unravel Walt Disney's final clue to ultimately find the very treasure that helped Walt build the greatest entertainment company in the world.

THEIR ADVERSARY STOPS AT NOTHING TO GAIN THAT POWER

Daniel Crain was content to sit on the sidelines and live the easy life. Now with a chance to up the stakes, he stops at nothing to step into the position of power he feels he deserves. The only thing standing in his way is Lance.

THEY ARE IN A LIFE-OR-DEATH RACE TO UNCOVER THE MYSTERY

Who will win the battle for Walt's legacy--the one man determined to preserve it or the other man determined to destroy it? In what seems to be a no-way-out situation, Lance discovers there is far more to the Legacy of the great showman, Walt Disney, and is thrust into a life-or-death race to uncover what the Master Storyteller wants someone to find.

Next in the series... HIDDEN MICKEY 3: Wolf! The Legend of Tom Sawyer's Island

Another "E-Ticket" ride through Disney's history.

Want to go on your own 'E-Ticket' adventure? Next time you visit a Disney Park you can play in Quests like Adam & Lance by bringing with you a copy of HIDDEN MICKEY ADVENTURES in Disneyland - HIDDEN MICKEY ADVENTURES in Disney California Adventure, and HIDDEN MICKEY ADVENTURES in WDW Magic Kingdom (or download one to your mobile device).

Hidden Mickey 2: It All Started... is Flesch-Kincaid Grade 5.6 - Flesch Reading Ease 78.3

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Review

How does one create one of the most powerful entertainment juggernauts in the world?

Hidden Mickey tells the story of Lance and Kimberly, who under the threat of death, find the darker side of Walt Disney world, as the duo are faced with Kimberly's mysterious father and the secrets of how the Disney empire got to what it is today. Blending the beloved story of Disney with plenty of intrigue and much more, Hidden Mickey is a fun read that will be hard to put down.

*Midwest Book Review, Oregon, Wisconsin USA *

100% Captivating!

Hidden Mickey 2 picks up right where Hidden Mickey 1 left us, and the mystery and excitement continues. The book captured my attention immediately, and I was only too happy to immerse myself into the story and become a part of it with the characters. The book was so detailed that I was able to picture myself right there with the characters. There were times that I wanted to warn the characters to be more careful, and times when I wanted to look over my shoulder to make sure we were okay. A few new characters are introduced, and one in particular was mysterious, yet I trusted him. Was I correct about Wolf? You'll have to read the book and see! I can't wait to visit Disneyland again and to have the chance to pay better attention to the various places described in the book. Walt Disney wanted to leave a magical place for us to discover, and this book truly allows us to keep the magic alive! I did not realize that there is so much that goes unobserved at Disneyland. Walt was a genius, and the authors of this book did an amazing job of honoring him through this book. Hidden Mickey 2 answers some questions that I was left with when I finished reading Hidden Mickey 1, and the answers were surprising! Of course, Hidden Mickey 2 also leaves a few unanswered questions, so I am looking forward to reading Hidden Mickey 3 now! =)

*M. Amodt, St. George, UT USA - Home School Mom *

Instantly Hooked

I bought the first two Hidden Mickey books at the same time, based on their title alone. I was instantly hooked on the first one, and had high hopes for the second book. I was so thrilled to see that Hidden Mickey 2 seamlessly picks up right where the first book ended. The story takes us on a new exciting adventure while bringing in the elements of the original book. While reading this book, I felt like I was actually in Disneyland...it's so fun to think I know where that is! when reading about the rides and other places in the park. I feel like I'm right with Lance as he continues on this quest with Kimberly. I'm so excited to learn more about Wolf in the next installment! Keep writing, Nancy and Dave! You've got a dedicated reader for life, and I'm telling all my friends that this series is a must read!

*Kelli Michelucci, Petaluma, CA USA - Retired School Secretary *

From the Author

Dear Readers,

Writing the first novel in the Hidden Mickey series, HIDDEN MICKEY 1: Sometimes Dead Men DO Tell Tales!, was an adventure for both of us. No one could have predicted the interest and success that the novel has enjoyed in its first year of publication. From Disney fans to Mystery/Adventure fans, Sometimes Dead Men DO Tell Tales! found a following among almost all who have read the book! Yet, this is just the start.To us, the book is our way of sending readers on a nostalgic--if not just plain fun--adventure as they visit places in Disneyland, relive their youth, and share in the common goal of keeping Walt Disney's legacy alive. *HIDDEN MICKEY 2: It All Started...*has turned out to be every bit as much fun for us to write...and we hope as much fun for all who read it.

For the best experience, we recommend readers begin with HIDDEN MICKEY 1: Sometimes Dead Men DO Tell Tales! before moving onto this second book in the series.However, this novel stands on its own.Many questions our readers had after reading the first novel are answered in this book. Yet, this novel poses several new questions. We can happily say that these will be answered in the next book in the series HIDDEN MICKEY 3 Wolf: The Legend of Tom Sawyer's Island.

So,sit back, get comfortable, and diginto the quest for Hidden Mickeys!

Best Wishes,

Nancy Temple Rodrigue

David W. Smith