A Magical Read in Time for Christmas

A wonderful read enabling children to jump deep into their imagination. This is a fascinating story, perfect for my children who can't put it down at bedtime!

Entertaining & Educational

A lovely story that twists and turns. Entertaining for all ages and flows easily through the pages. Recommend to all. 

BRILLIANT

A brilliant 5 star read. Couldn't wait to pick it up each time to see where the adventure would take Tim, the main character. Great story from start to finish including subtle historical information. Heartwarming underlying messages of life's challenges and how to work through them. A gem of a read for adults and children alike.

Amazing rich mix of history and intrigue

I couldn't put this book down and it was ordered for my seven year old rather than me, a mix of history both in Roman times and Cumbria plus intrigue on every page, the author puts significant research into an easy to read format, loved the twins and all the characters, I hope Tim has more adventures and learning to share with us all, what a fantastic read. 

A Timeless Tale For All Ages

I recently finished reading "The Timewaif Chronicles: Timewaif & The Roman Road" and really enjoyed it. The author's writing is very engaging. She has a remarkable ability to bring history to life, weaving intricate details into a captivating narrative. I was completely immersed in the world of ancient Rome, thanks to her vivid descriptions and well-researched facts. 

What I loved most about this book is that it's suitable for all ages. Children will be captivated by the thrilling plot and imaginative characters, while adults will appreciate the historical accuracy and thought-provoking themes. It's a truly timeless tale that has something to offer to everyone. 

If you're looking for a book that will transport you and/or your children back in time and leave you all wanting more, I highly recommend this book. It's a must-read for fans of historical fiction and adventure alike. I hope it is the first of many adventures for Tim!

This was a brilliant story on so many levels. There was the Roman level, obviously! There are so many details and facts about the Romans in Britain told through a truly captivating story. There were bullies and how best to deal with them. And there was the mental health level. Tim's mum has struggled to be a present parent since a trauma a few years ago, and Tim has taken over the adult role. He comes to realise this isn't how it should be. The start made me cry, I really wanted a better life for Tim, but his mum was so unwell I couldn't see it changing. Then he ended up in Roman Britain, and he learnt more than just history. When all these things combine, you get this truly amazing story.

This was a really well done children's novel, it had the element that worked with talking to kids with deeper topics and about other cultures. I thought Tim worked as a main character and enjoyed going on this journey to Ancient Rome with him. It was well written and I wanted him to succeed in returning home. Deborah Lyon has a great writing style and am excited for more.

This reminded me a lot of the Magic Treehouse series, but beefed up for older students. I could see this being a long-running series akin to that one, but tackling bigger issues, cultural standards, historical eras and topics more suitable for middle schoolers.