The Time Guardians Book 2 (Paperback)
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Editorial: Independently Published, 2025
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Paperback. The Time Guardians: The Galilean Gambit (Book 2)The Chronos Crew returns for their most dangerous mission yet-and this time, they only have 27 hours to save history itself!Fresh from their Egyptian adventure, twelve-year-old Juno Jones and her friends-the Chronos Crew-are still learning to balance normal middle school life with their secret roles as Time Guardians. But when a corrupted temporal portal suddenly opens in their headquarters, they're forced to make an impossible choice: face capture by the sinister Tempus Corporation, or leap unprepared into Renaissance Florence with a terrifying deadline-return within 27 hours or be trapped in 1610 forever.Landing in Florence during the feast of San Lorenzo, the young Guardians must navigate a city of breathtaking art, dangerous politics, and revolutionary science. Their mission: recover the Celestial Mapper, a powerful time artifact hidden among Galileo Galilei's astronomical instruments. But Tempus agents have infiltrated the Medici court, and they're not the only threat. When Max accidentally shares future knowledge with Galileo, he triggers a temporal storm that threatens to erase Florence from history.Now the Chronos Crew must: Infiltrate a Medici palace celebrationSteal four mystical components from across the cityProtect Galileo's world-changing discoveriesNavigate a villa fractured across multiple time periodsFace their greatest enemy atop Brunelleschi's magnificent domeWith time literally running out-their bodies beginning to fade from the Renaissance-the four friends discover that saving history demands more than courage. It requires sacrifice, growth, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship.From Galileo's workshop to the top of Florence's iconic cathedral, from Renaissance parties to temporal battles across centuries, "The Galilean Gambit" blends authentic history with thrilling adventure. Young readers will explore the wonders of Renaissance Italy while racing alongside the Chronos Crew through an adventure that questions what it truly means to be a Guardian of time.Perfect for fans of: Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series"A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'EngleThe Magic Tree House series (for readers ready for the next level)Anyone who loves history, science, and adventure combinedEducational elements seamlessly woven throughout include: Renaissance art, science, and cultureGalileo's astronomical discoveriesThe scientific revolutionItalian history and the Medici familyMathematical and engineering conceptsWhat readers are discovering: Join Juno (the strategic leader), Max (the history enthusiast), Harper (the brilliant engineer), and Ren (the insightful naturalist) as they learn that protecting time itself requires not just knowledge and gadgets, but wisdom, sacrifice, and the courage to let history unfold as it should-even when you have the power to change it.Book 2 in The Time Guardians series - Each book is a complete adventure while building toward an epic series conclusion. New readers can jump in here, though starting with Book 1, "The Secret of the Chronos Cave," enriches the experience.Where will time take them next? The adventure continues in Book 3: "The Guardian's Codex" This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…
N° de ref. del artículo 9798289361226
- Título
- The Time Guardians Book 2 (Paperback)
- Autor
- Jamie Murray
- Editorial
- Independently Published
- Año de publicación
- 2025
- Estado
- new
- Encuadernación
- Paperback
- Idioma
- inglés
- ISBN 13
- 9798289361226
The Time Guardians: The Galilean Gambit (Book 2)
The Chronos Crew returns for their most dangerous mission yet—and this time, they only have 27 hours to save history itself!
Fresh from their Egyptian adventure, twelve-year-old Juno Jones and her friends—the Chronos Crew—are still learning to balance normal middle school life with their secret roles as Time Guardians. But when a corrupted temporal portal suddenly opens in their headquarters, they're forced to make an impossible choice: face capture by the sinister Tempus Corporation, or leap unprepared into Renaissance Florence with a terrifying deadline—return within 27 hours or be trapped in 1610 forever.
Landing in Florence during the feast of San Lorenzo, the young Guardians must navigate a city of breathtaking art, dangerous politics, and revolutionary science. Their mission: recover the Celestial Mapper, a powerful time artifact hidden among Galileo Galilei's astronomical instruments. But Tempus agents have infiltrated the Medici court, and they're not the only threat. When Max accidentally shares future knowledge with Galileo, he triggers a temporal storm that threatens to erase Florence from history.
Now the Chronos Crew must:
- Infiltrate a Medici palace celebration
- Steal four mystical components from across the city
- Protect Galileo's world-changing discoveries
- Navigate a villa fractured across multiple time periods
- Face their greatest enemy atop Brunelleschi's magnificent dome
With time literally running out—their bodies beginning to fade from the Renaissance—the four friends discover that saving history demands more than courage. It requires sacrifice, growth, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship.
From Galileo's workshop to the top of Florence's iconic cathedral, from Renaissance parties to temporal battles across centuries, "The Galilean Gambit" blends authentic history with thrilling adventure. Young readers will explore the wonders of Renaissance Italy while racing alongside the Chronos Crew through an adventure that questions what it truly means to be a Guardian of time.
Perfect for fans of:
- Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series
- "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'Engle
- The Magic Tree House series (for readers ready for the next level)
- Anyone who loves history, science, and adventure combined
Educational elements seamlessly woven throughout include:
- Renaissance art, science, and culture
- Galileo's astronomical discoveries
- The scientific revolution
- Italian history and the Medici family
- Mathematical and engineering concepts
What readers are discovering: Join Juno (the strategic leader), Max (the history enthusiast), Harper (the brilliant engineer), and Ren (the insightful naturalist) as they learn that protecting time itself requires not just knowledge and gadgets, but wisdom, sacrifice, and the courage to let history unfold as it should—even when you have the power to change it.
Book 2 in The Time Guardians series - Each book is a complete adventure while building toward an epic series conclusion. New readers can jump in here, though starting with Book 1, "The Secret of the Chronos Cave," enriches the experience.
Where will time take them next? The adventure continues in Book 3: "The Guardian's Codex"
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