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Description
Fifteen-year-old Jack Christie is sent to 1914 Europe as a pawn in the battle between his long-lost father, who has built a time machine, and a secret network of scientists who want to prevent him from using it to change history for the better. The novel is set during World War I-era Europe and includes historical notes.
Quick Summary
Fifteen-year-old Jack is dropped into the middle of 1914 Europe to stop his own dad from changing history, which means navigating assassinations, secret societies, and a whole lot of father-son drama across time. Kids will eat up the time-travel twist, the witty banter between Jack and his friends, and the heart-pounding moments where one wrong move could rewrite the entire world. If your kid loves the action and humor of "Percy Jackson" mixed with the historical intrigue of "The Last of the Mohicans," they'll be totally hooked. This is A Perfect Blank pick for kids ages 10-14 or in grades 5-7 who want a page-turner that feels like a video game meets a history lesson.