Tom Swift in Captivity by Victor Appleton is a thrilling adventure novel that follows the exploits of young inventor Tom Swift as he finds himself in a dangerous situation. The book is fast-paced and action-packed, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as Tom uses his ingenuity and resourcefulness to escape captivity.

The character development in the book is strong, with Tom Swift being portrayed as a clever and brave protagonist who is not afraid to take risks in order to save himself and those around him. The supporting characters are also well-written and add depth to the story.

The plot is filled with twists and turns, keeping readers guessing about what will happen next. The suspense is expertly built throughout the book, making it a page-turner that is hard to put down.

Overall, Tom Swift in Captivity is a great read for fans of adventure and mystery novels. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exciting and engaging story.

Book Description:
Tom Swift is approached by Mr. Preston, the owner of a circus, and begins to tell the story of Jake Poddington, Mr. Preston's most skilled hunter. As it turns out, Jake went missing just after sending word to Preston that Jake was on the trail of a tribe of giants, somewhere in South Africa. That was the last Preston has heard of Jake Poddington. Preston would like Tom to use one of his airships to search for Poddington, and if possible, bring back a giant for the circus.
Listeners are forewarned that some elements and characters included in Tom Swift books portray certain ethnic groups in a very dated manner that modern readers, and listeners, may find offensive. Despite the racially stereotyped behavior and pronunciation in the books, the Reader believes it makes sense to read what’s written in order to be faithful to the author’s intent.(Introduction by Wikipedia and Tom Weiss)