# Family and Loyalty in The Great Airport Mystery

> Theme guide for The Great Airport Mystery by Franklin W. Dixon.

The Hardy family, especially the bond between Frank, Joe, and their father Fenton Hardy, works together, with parents worrying and supporting their sons, and the boys striving to uphold the family's reputation.

## Where it surfaces

- [Puzzled](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_great_airport_mystery_se/chapters/viii-puzzled): Mrs. Hardy's concern for her sons' future and the boys' affectionate interaction with their mother underscore the importance of family bonds.
- [IX: Missing Mail](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_great_airport_mystery_se/chapters/ix-missing-mail): The Hardy boys discuss their future with their parents, showing respect for their wishes while pursuing their own dreams.
- [Under Arrest](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_great_airport_mystery_se/chapters/xii-under-arrest): Fenton Hardy's urgent call shows his concern for his sons, and the boys' loyalty to their father is evident.
- [Vindicated](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_great_airport_mystery_se/chapters/xxiv-vindicated): Fenton Hardy's support and the boys' trust in each other are central to their vindication.

## Links

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- Themes index: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_great_airport_mystery_se/themes