
"Day of the Assassins" is a fast-paced historical science fiction adventure for middle-grade readers, featuring 15-year-old Jack Christie. Jack finds himself in 1914 Europe, entangled in a high-stakes conflict involving his long-lost, time-traveling father and a mysterious organization determined to prevent him from changing history. The narrative blends elements of time travel, espionage, and the grim realities of World War I, offering a suspenseful journey from English dockyards to the trenches. Parents should be aware of the prominent themes of danger, war, and assassination, which are handled in an age-appropriate but intense manner. The book encourages discussions about historical events, the ethics of altering the past, and the importance of bravery and loyalty.
Fifteen-year-old Jack 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 trying to use it to change history for the better. Includes historical notes.