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When thirteen-year-old Max Tilt happens upon his great-great-great-grandfather Jules Verne's unfinished, unpublished manuscript, The Lost Treasures, he doesn't realize that he's found the answers to all his problems. This first book in the Max Tilt trilogy follows Max as he navigates the adventure revealed in Verne's ancient pages. The story is set in the present day and involves a young protagonist discovering a mysterious family connection to the famous author.
Quick Summary
Max Tilt stumbles upon his famous ancestor Jules Verne's secret unpublished manuscript, turning an ordinary kid's life into a real-life treasure hunt with century-old clues waiting to be decoded. The story delivers non-stop thrills as Max and his friend race through dangerous challenges to unlock the manuscript's power before it falls into the wrong hands. If your kid loves the 39 Clues series or fast-paced mysteries, they'll be hooked on this first book in a new series. Ideal for readers in grades 5 through 7 who enjoy historical mysteries and high-stakes adventure.