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Description
In 2050, Pastworld offers travelers a chance to experience an authentic Victorian London, but when teen Caleb arrives, his father is kidnapped and he is framed for murder. Teaming up with Eve, a resident who has never known the modern world, Caleb races to solve the mystery before it's too late. The plot reveals a sinister plan that puts both of them in danger and uncovers unsettling truths about their own origins.
Quick Summary
Pastworld pulls you into a fully realized Victorian theme park where time travel feels real, and the moment Caleb steps through the gates he's thrust into a high-stakes chase that mixes history with a pulse-pounding mystery. The setting is both gorgeous and creepy cobblestone streets, gas lamps, and a hidden world of secrets so readers who love immersive worlds will be sucked right in. It's perfect for kids who enjoy fast-paced adventure, puzzle solving, or anyone who's ever imagined what it would be like to actually live in a different era. There's a bit of spookiness kidnapping, murder accusations, and a relentless villain so younger readers might need a brave heart, but the humor and heart of Caleb's quest keep things from feeling too dark. If you liked the mix of historical fun and edge-of-your-seat mystery in The London Eye Mystery, you'll find a lot to love here.