One of Canada’s top scientists has found the secret to time travel. But something has gone horribly wrong. . . . again.
While breaking into his old house, thirteen-year-old Matt Barnes finds a microfilm that connects his family to a spy in World War II. Then his time-traveling father is yanked to the same time period, in occupied Amsterdam. The only way Matt can rescue his father is to travel to this time, and the only person who can help him is his best friend, Sarah Sachs. When Matt and Sarah land in the war-torn country, they’re immediately caught up in a world of high intrigue and dangerous covert operations.
They encounter courageous pilots, determined spies, gallant members of the Dutch resistance, and ordinary heroes. Matt and Sarah receive the surprise of their lives when they meet the legendary Anne Frank. Can they help these people destined for a terrible fate? Should they interfere in history once again? But, ultimately, Matt will be forced to make a choice that might save his father but lead to a sacrifice greater than anything he’d ever dreamed of. Will he be able to live with his decision, even though it will rip his heart in two?
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Reviews
"...this is an enthralling story that will have middle grade readers turning the page to find out what risky situations Matt and Sarah will place themselves in next. Information about the English spy network and the Dutch resistance add historical context to the story, and readers are even introduced to the famed diarist, Anne Frank. Also included are an Historical Note which outlines some of the facts revealed in Jackson's research for the story, and discussion questions and activities for reading groups."
"This is a great time travel thriller with a super surprising final twist. Deborah Jackson interweaves the Dutch resistance to the German occupation, especially hiding Jews like Anne Frank and her family and other targeted people from the Nazis, as a key element in the strong plot. Middle school readers and anyone who read or saw the movie The Diary of Anne Frank (except Holocaust deniers) will enjoy this fine sequel to the Time Meddlers as courage is an equal opportunity trait that ignores religion, ethnic origin, age and gender."
"This book continues shortly after the first, Time Meddlers, ends. You do not have to read the first book in order to understand and enjoy this one; however, I strongly urge you to. It gives more details on the time machine and backgrounds on the teens. As for this story, it overflows with danger, excitement, and adventure. Readers will easily connect with Matt and Sarah. As the teens sneak around, they must take risky chances, putting their lives in serious danger. An enthralling story that readers will have a difficult time putting down. ****"
"An action-packed adventure novel that follows two time-travelling teenagers into the crossfire of the Second World War."
"I love this book! It is so intense, I learned a lot AND it was fun. Amazing book. : )"
"Captivating till the end. A mix of adventure, science, and history to make an extraordinary book."
"A fantastic novel!!! The author, Deborah Jackson, has a particular talent of grabbing your attention right at the beginning and holding it right to the end. While I was reading this book, it was as if time itself had stopped. Amazing!!!"
"Time travelling to WWII is really cool!"
"A fascinating sequel to Time Meddlers. The WWII setting has action, mystery, missing characters... thrilling and very action-packed."
"Three words. Best book EVER! It has just the right touch of adventure, mystery, drama and romance. In a word . . . Amazing!"