Author:Paul Adam
The second exciting title in the Max Cassidy action-adventure series.
'Be careful, Max . . . They will try to destroy you, as they are trying to destroy me . . .'
His father is missing presumed dead and his mother is serving a twenty-year sentence for his murder, but teenage escapologist Max Cassidy is certain everybody is wrong -
about both things . . . And now, his quest to find the truth has become very dangerous . . .
Max learns that his dad was part of a secret global organisation, the Cedar Alliance. Desperate to find him alive, he seeks help from the other members of the group. But they are scattered across the world - and then they start disappearing one by one . . .
Escapology is dangerous but not nearly as dangerous as real life . . .
He makes a tale of adventure, a handbook to adventure
—— ObserverThis excellent collection of stories, poems and first-hand accounts is published to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the Slave Trade Act
—— CarouselUnheard Voices deserves to be in every school in the country
—— Enid Stephenson , CarouselA riveting collection of stories, poems and first hand recollections on the theme of slavery that not only remembers and commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act, but also celebrates the work of some of the finest black writers
—— Michela Horsfield , Daily EchoIf you think that marking this bicentenary is slightly unnecessary and a bit of a fuss about nothing, Unheard Voices a collection of writings put together by award-winning children's author Malorie Blackman, about what it meant to be a slave, will change your mind
—— Newbury Weekly NewsIf you've got Harry Potter withdrawal, The History Keepers is just the thing. A cocktail of time travel, secret societies, double agents and edge-of-your-seat excitement, it's sure to fill that fantasy void. The only problem? You won't be able to put it down
—— GlamourDibben makes gleeful use of the timetravel aspect to bring characters from different historical periods into a contemporary setting . . . It's playful, inventive and full of delightfully nerdy jokes and asides. Perfect for fans of Horrible Histories and Percy Jackson
—— Eimear Ryan , InisThis is an utterly rambunctious read, full of swashbuckling adventure . . . There's a great deal of humour, too . . . The whole thing has great heart and highspiritedness
—— The BookbagAlthough time-travel plays a central part in the plot, it is first and foremost a cracking adventure story that is perfect for the 9+ age group. You want your swashes buckled? Then this is the story for you. Prefer the pace of the stories you read to be on the fast side? Then jump on this bob-sleigh of a story and enjoy the ride!
—— Book Zone 4 BoysA thoroughly enjoyable action-packed romp through time that will appeal to adventure-lovers
—— Ruth Coleman , InisBags of commercial potential and a great read too
—— Fiona Noble , The BooksellerThere are many exciting action sequences, which are almost cinematic in their execution, villains so dastardly they practically perspire evil, and it all adds up to a very enjoyable adventure story
—— Kieran Mark Crowley , InisHarry Potter meets Doctor Who in a blockbusting new time-travel series packed with secret societies, diabolical villains and daring heroes
—— Fiona Noble , The BooksellerA wonderfully imaginative adventure thriller giving an excellent introduction to fantasy fiction
—— BooktrustReading it left me breathless, I don’t think I’ve ever read a faster-paced book . . . Fasten your seatbelt because you’re in for one hell of a ride!
—— Fantasybookreview.co.uk