The Adventures of Rex the Wonder Dog #18
In "The Secret of the Vanishing Island!", Major Dennis, Danny, and Rex the Wonder Dog crash-land on a mysterious, uncharted island that begins sinking at dawn—forcing a frantic escape. After barely making it to a second island, where the natives fear a hidden evil spirit, Rex's courage shines when he rescues a child from a raging river. The trio follows the island's eerie tribute ritual to uncover a talking statue concealing a secret: a group of men using the illusion to terrorize the locals. Written by Robert Kanigher and illustrated by Gil Kane with inks by Bernard Sachs, this thrilling adventure features dynamic artwork and a clever twist, all captured in a striking cover by Gil Kane and Bernard Sachs.
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Major Dennis, Danny, and Rex are flying, but put down on an uncharted island for repairs. Come morning, the island starts sinking and they barely take off. Flying to a second island, the natives hide in fear until Rex saves a child from the river. They must pay tribute to the "evil spirit" who rules the sinking-and-reappearing island. Our heroes follow the tribute and discover a large statue that talks - because evil men hide inside. Rex routs them and Major Dennis fires rockets to destroy the false idol.
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