"It’s not their war—but they can’t escape the fight.
The Rebel Runaways find themselves in a divided America, a nation consumed by the Civil War. Their pursuit of justice begins in the bustling streets of New York, where a chance encounter with an elusive spy sets them on a dangerous path. Determined to uncover the truth, they take to the skies aboard the airship Rebel—but in a war where loyalties are blurred, choosing a side isn’t so simple.
As battle lines are drawn and chaos erupts, the crew must navigate treacherous alliances, deadly betrayals, and the harsh realities of war. Will they shape history—or be swallowed by it?
Freedom Skies is the thrilling third book in The Rebel Runaways series—an alternative history adventure that blends fiction with real-world locations, capturing the spirit of the Steampunk era.
Perfect for fans of The Sharpe Series by Bernard Cornwell, Freedom Pledge by M.J. Twomey, and Mercenary by David M. Gaughran."
"The Rebel Runaways stand on one side; Fotheringay and the corrupt government on the other. Neither will back down.
Spanning two continents, this battle pits the crew against a horrifying truth: the Prime Minister and Fotheringay are secretly funding the slave trade. Joshua, an ex-slave, has every reason to fight. Charlotte’s skill as an airship pilot gives them an edge. But to stop another shipment of Africans from being condemned to a life of misery, the entire crew must work together—against impossible odds.
Meanwhile, in England, a trade union march rises in protest against brutal working conditions, unaware that the government has planned a deadly ambush.
In a world ruled by injustice, can the Rebel Runaways tip the scales—or will tyranny prevail?
Perfect for fans of The Infinity Engines by Andrew Hastie, Fogbound: Empire in Flames by Gareth Clegg, and The Earl of Brass by Kara Jorgensen."
"One day in 1860, everything changed for everyone, everywhere.
In Victorian London, where steam and clockwork drive progress, a chain of events thrusts Oliver, Jake, and Charlotte into conflict with the authorities. Coming from vastly different backgrounds, they form an unlikely alliance with an escaped slave, a street urchin, and a prostitute—together, they become the crew of the airship Rebel Runaways.
With the country under military control and torn apart by ruthless street gangs, their first priority is escape. But when they uncover the full extent of a corrupt government’s schemes—led by a sinister industrialist—they realize running isn’t an option. They must fight.
As they take to the skies, their battle for freedom will reshape not only their own fates but the fate of the world itself. If they fail, society will plunge into darkness.
Freedom Skies is the thrilling first book in The Rebel Runaways series—an alternative history adventure blending real-world locations with daring escapades and the spirit of Steampunk’s origins.
Perfect for fans of The Aeronaut’s Windlass by Jim Butcher, Perdido Street Station by China Miéville, and the Magnificent Devices series by Shelley Adina."
"Should they travel back in time? They know when—but not why. Either way, danger awaits!
When two cousins cross paths with the time-traveling Baxter children, they have no idea their lives are about to change forever. Janie and Lenny, kids from the rough side of town, are used to facing challenges in the present—but when they’re swept into an extraordinary adventure in the past, they begin to wonder: Is escaping into history easier than facing an uncertain future?
Meeting the Baxters at a family gathering is just the beginning. Before long, the cousins find themselves traveling through time to solve a mystery. But will uncovering the truth help them fix their problems in the present? And when the moment comes—will they even want to return?
Stuck Between Two Lives is a gripping standalone adventure and the seventh book in the Stuck series. Blending history, mystery, and time travel, it’s a thrilling and thought-provoking read packed with drama, adventure, and a touch of humour.
Perfect for readers 8+, but adults will be captivated too! If you love The Secret Lake by Karen Inglis or The Time Hunters Saga by Carl Ashmore, you won’t want to miss this exciting time-travel adventure."
"Trapped in Ancient Egypt—Can They Escape the Sands of Time?
The shimmering sun blazes over the Nile, the desert winds shift the sands—but so does time itself.
The Baxter children are thrust back a hundred years on a desperate mission: find an ancient artefact before one of them succumbs to a fatal disease. Their search begins in the Valley of the Kings, just as Howard Carter uncovers the tomb of the legendary Boy King, Tutankhamun. But disaster strikes—their time machine malfunctions, and suddenly, Robert, James, and Lucy have a much bigger problem.
They are now three thousand years in the past, trapped in the heart of an ancient civilization. Face to face with King Tut and Queen Nefertiti, the Baxters quickly realize they are not welcome—and danger lurks at every turn.
With no way home and their survival at stake, they must rely on their wits, courage, and teamwork. But in a world ruled by pharaohs and gods, will that be enough? And will Uncle Archie ever find them before it’s too late?
If you love The Eye of Ra by Ben Gartner or The Mummy’s Curse by M.A. Bennett, you won’t want to miss this thrilling time-travel adventure!
This is the sixth stand-alone book in the Stuck series, blending history, adventure, and time travel into an unforgettable journey."
"Lucy is stranded in 1855—alone and unprepared. Can she survive?
Lucy Baxter thought she was simply taking up a position as a companion to a young Victorian girl in genteel London. But from the moment she meets the spirited and unpredictable Sarah—or is it Sally?—nothing goes as planned.
Swept up in a whirlwind of adventure, Lucy soon finds herself far from the safety of her present-day school. She is thrust into the heart of the Crimean War, where she comes face to face with the horrors of battle—and the legendary Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole.
With her brothers nowhere in sight, Lucy must rely on her own courage, wits, and moral compass to navigate a world unlike anything she has ever known.
Stuck 1855 is a thrilling standalone novella and the fourth book in the Stuck series—a collection of exciting, historically rich adventures that blend fiction with real events and figures. Full of drama, intrigue, and a touch of humour, it’s perfect for readers aged 8+ and anyone who loves immersive historical fiction.
Fans of The Time Shifters by Kate Frost or Voyage of the Sparrowhawk by Natasha Farrant will love this gripping tale of time travel, survival, and self-discovery."
"They expected a fab time—but the '60s weren’t all peace and love!
Stuck 1966: No Time to Groove is a thrilling time-travel novella set in England during the height of the swinging sixties. The adventure begins when the Baxter children and their Uncle Archie attend a concert by the most famous band of all time—The Beatles—in London.
But the excitement doesn’t end there. Their journey takes them to rural England, where they befriend a group of free-spirited hippies running an experimental school. However, things quickly take a turn for the worse. Robert, James, and Lucy find themselves back in London—only to face a life-threatening crisis. This time, Uncle Archie isn’t the one who can save them. In fact, he’s the one who’s stuck!
As the danger escalates, they realize it’s not just their own survival at stake—two other children’s lives hang in the balance. Can they find a way to help Uncle Archie, save their new friends, and make it home before time runs out?
Stuck 1966: No Time to Groove is a gripping standalone adventure and the fifth book in the Stuck series. Blending real historical events with fast-paced fiction, this book is packed with drama, adventure, and a touch of humour.
Perfect for readers 8+, but adults will be captivated too! If you love The Secret Lake by Karen Inglis or Twilight Robbery by J.M. Forster, you won’t want to miss this exciting time-travel story."
"They had a plan, but it didn't include getting stuck in the nineteenth century!
Robert, James and Lucy Baxter are on a mission so important that if they fail, it could prove fatal for one of them. They travel to nineteenth-century London and befriend a young Charles Dickens in the days when he was a child working in a factory. They have to work as a team to find a way through their problems, especially as, once again, they find themselves stuck and their money has run out. At that point, Lucy realises she needs to step up and take control, or all will be lost!
Stuck 1824 is a stand-alone story and is the third book in the 'Stuck' series. The series features adventure stories that blend fiction with actual events and people to create a read full of drama, information and humour.
Like all of the books in the series, Stuck 1824 can be enjoyed by children 8+, but adults will be engrossed, too! If you enjoy books like 'Time School' by Nikki Young or 'Time Riders' by Alex Scarrow, you will love this story. "
"Lost in Time, Trapped in History—Can They Save Their Brother Before He Vanishes Forever?
Their brother has become invisible. The only way to save him is to travel back to Elizabethan England and uncover the key to his survival. But if they fail, he will be lost forever.
The Baxter children know they must work together as they journey to the 16th century. But after a series of dramatic twists, they become separated—and trapped! With no clear way back home, they must navigate the dangers of the Elizabethan era, where plots and secrets lurk around every corner.
Along the way, they encounter some of history’s most fascinating figures, including Queen Elizabeth I, Robert Cecil, and William Shakespeare. Each plays a role in their adventure, but not everyone can be trusted.
This thrilling stand-alone novel is the second book in the Stuck series, blending real historical events and figures with fast-paced fiction. Perfect for readers 8+, but adults will be captivated too!
If you love A Traveller in Time by Alison Uttley or the Elizabethan Time Travel Series by Morgan O’Neill, you won’t want to miss this gripping historical adventure."
"A brother with a mysterious, life-threatening condition. A missing uncle lost in time. If the Baxters can’t find him, their brother may not survive.
What began as a simple holiday with Uncle Archie turns into an extraordinary adventure. To their shock, they discover he has built a time machine—and now he’s vanished, trapped somewhere in 1940. But without his help, how can they figure out how to use it themselves?
Thrown into wartime England, the siblings must navigate life as evacuees while racing against time to find their uncle. But when an unexpected disaster shatters their plans, teamwork becomes more important than ever. If they fail, they’ll be stuck in the past forever—and one of them won’t make it out alive.
If you love The Secret Lake by Karen Inglis or The Time Hunters Saga by Carl Ashmore, you won’t want to miss this thrilling time-travel adventure. Stuck in Time is the first stand-alone book in the Stuck series, blending history, adventure, and suspense in an unforgettable journey."
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