And neither of the Curlytops realized how much fun nor what strange adventures were in store for them.
The automobile started down a rather steep hill, and Mrs. Martin, who was on the front seat with her husband, looked back to see that the three children were safe.
"Hold on to Trouble!" she told Janet. "He might bounce out. The road is very rough!"
"Yes, it isn't very safe, either," murmured Mr. Martin. "I hope nothing happens."
Hardly had he spoken than there was a loud bang close behind him. He jammed on the brakes and cried:
"Tire's burst! Hold tight—everybody!"
Then the automobile slid over to one side of the road and Janet cried:
"Oh, Trouble! Trouble!"