The story: For more than a hundred years, Hope's family has hidden a secret: they're the Viators, able to travel through time--entering The Dim via ancient ley lines in places of power. Her mother has kept all this a secret from her, but when Sarah (supposedly killed in an earthquake overseas) turns up missing, Aunt Lucinda brings Hope to the family castle in Scotland and tells her the truth: that her mother is being held captive in the 12th century, and it's up to Hope to rescue her. Hope has a photographic memory, but does she have what it takes to succeed?
June Cleaver's ratings: Language PG-13; Violence PG-13; Sexual content PG-13; Nudity PG; Substance abuse PG; Magic & the occult (this sci-fi feels more like fantasy) PG-13; GLBT content G; adult themes (murder to get gain) PG-13; overall rating PG-13. Definitely for 8th grade and up.
Liz's comments: Two thumbs up! Boys who are good readers will be able to stand the mushy stuff because of the robust story line, and girls will put up with the sci-fi aspects because of the romance. Well plotted and researched and strongly written.
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