A thrilling sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller Nick of Time, in which the young time traveler Nick McIver must pr... read full description
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Aug 06, 2010
K.
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Awesome adventure! It's been too long to remember acurately, but I think I liked it as well as the first. This guy is the modern model for the blood and morality tale genre of years gone by. It is very obvious that he grew up and was nourished on Haggard, Forester, Marryat, and others.
These books are set on a tiny island near Guernsey and Jersey, Great Britian at the beginning of the German invasion during WWII. The hero is a very enterprising and brave 12 yo boy.
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These books are set on a tiny island near Guernsey and Jersey, Great Britian at the beginning of the German invasion during WWII. The hero is a very enterprising and brave 12 yo boy.
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Apr 22, 2010
Jeannie
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Rollercoaster Ride Through Time
Time Pirate, Ted Bell’s new Young Adult novel and sequel to Nick of Time, comes back full steam ahead with a rip-roaring action packed adventure story for boys and men of all ages! 464 pages of non-stop thrills and chills that will have you on the edge of your seat from page one to the end.
Time Pirate picks up right where Bell left us at the end of Nick of Time, on the island of Greybeard in the British Channel Islands, with 12 year old Ni More...
Time Pirate, Ted Bell’s new Young Adult novel and sequel to Nick of Time, comes back full steam ahead with a rip-roaring action packed adventure story for boys and men of all ages! 464 pages of non-stop thrills and chills that will have you on the edge of your seat from page one to the end.
Time Pirate picks up right where Bell left us at the end of Nick of Time, on the island of Greybeard in the British Channel Islands, with 12 year old Ni More...
Apr 13, 2010
William
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The Time Pirate by Ted Bell
In the tradition of Tom Swift and The Hardy Boys this book is a rollicking good time for the young reader and those of us young in heart. Nick McIver is a young man with a time machine. In this adventure he faces historic events in American history, pirates and Nazis.
Ted Bell does an excellent job of recreating the feel of the grand adventures I read as a boy. Nick McIver is pure of heart and free of malice. He attacks life with gusto More...
In the tradition of Tom Swift and The Hardy Boys this book is a rollicking good time for the young reader and those of us young in heart. Nick McIver is a young man with a time machine. In this adventure he faces historic events in American history, pirates and Nazis.
Ted Bell does an excellent job of recreating the feel of the grand adventures I read as a boy. Nick McIver is pure of heart and free of malice. He attacks life with gusto More...
Apr 21, 2010
Kerry
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I enjoyed The Time Pirate alot. It's fun to experience Nick McIver growing in confidence as the story builds. He is no longer unsure of being the hero - like he was in Nick of Time. I liked the whole plot development around the Nazis invasion of the Islands - and the introduction of the female spy. That has great potential in future stories. The whole episode where Nick bombs the Nazi airfield is masterful - you feel you are in that plane with young Nick. If I have one comp More...
I enjoyed The Time Pirate alot. It's fun to experience Nick McIver growing in confidence as the story builds. He is no longer unsure of being the hero - like he was in Nick of Time. I liked the whole plot development around the Nazis invasion of the Islands - and the introduction of the female spy. That has great potential in future stories. The whole episode where Nick bombs the Nazi airfield is masterful - you feel you are in that plane with young Nick. If I have one comp More...
Jun 23, 2011
Michael
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I'm not actually sure why I read this book. I had read Nick Of Time (actually, listened to it via audiobook) and I was surprised that, for a time travel story, there was so much buildup in the "now" (Nick McIver's time, the years building up to World War II) before any time traveling at all happened. This sequel is no different: roughly half of the book takes place in 1940, and the rest takes place <spoiler>during the time of the American Revolution (although Nick is only in Amer
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Apr 22, 2010
Kipi
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How exciting could life possibly be with no cell phones, computers or video games? Very! While I wasn't head-over-heels crazy about the first book of this series, Nick of Time, Book 2 is a different story (pun intended). Less nautical jargon, same vintage feel and a much better story!
Other than the prologue (which, to me, does nothing except make the book fourteen pages longer), everything about The Time Pirate is fun. The main characters we met in Book 1 are all here again, but More...
Other than the prologue (which, to me, does nothing except make the book fourteen pages longer), everything about The Time Pirate is fun. The main characters we met in Book 1 are all here again, but More...
May 14, 2010
Ronald
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This is a great adventure book for kids and their parents who are not too old to still enjoy a rollicking yarn filled with pirates, George Washington and the American revolution, Sopwith Camels, and spying against the Nazis in World War II. How exactly, I'm sure you are asking, can you fit all that into one book. Well it helps if you have a working model of Leonardo da Vinci's, Tempus Machina, a time machine. Nick McIver, our twelve year old hero, is game to try anything. He probably gets this t
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Jan 25, 2012
Maria
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Nick and his sister are back for more time-traveling adventures. The invasion of the Channel Islands has begun in earnest, and the British government has decided to let them go rather than fight the Germans for them. Nick and some of the other island resdents are not inclined to surrender however, leading Nick to refit his father's Sopwith Camel for daring and dangerous raids. As if that weren't enough, pirate Billy Blood is still trying to obtain Nick's golden time-travel orb by any means, incl
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Apr 16, 2011
Corwin
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This book is very suspenseful. It's about Nick (the main character) flying his dad's old war plane and attacking the Germans during the night. His friend Gunner is a whiz at making, building and remodeling planes and other war vehicles. He has to fend of the Germans so their town does not be a new P.O.W camp or a place for the Germans to make or keep their ships. Nick decides to go on a bombing run and bomb the ammunition building. Gunner builds the bombs and Nick is off on a suicide mission. On
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Apr 13, 2010
Angela
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I reviewed this one for VOYA. Completely fun and engaging. If you have a middle school boy in your life, they would enjoy it.
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Mar 15, 2011
Alyssa
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Pirates, planes, and plans oh my! I'm pretty sure I enjoyed this as much as the first, but I can't remember all of the first book to judge for sure. This had all the excitement and adventure of the first book however, my only gripe about it is why does Katie always get kidnapped?(sorry about the mini spoiler) Anyways I also wasn't a huge fan of when he went back in time to...I shouldn't say or I'l spoil the book for you. So all the characters were nice, the plot was pretty good, and the setting
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Oct 13, 2011
Heather
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I enjoyed the time travel and Nick's adventures, but the book required a lot of suspension of belief. I was a little surprised that so many people were okay with allowing a 12-year-old to drop bombs on enemies, but I was even more shocked by Nick's reaction. "He opened up with his twin Vickers and was pleased to see the deadly effect of his machine guns as German soldiers either dove for safety or fell mortally wounded or dead." Now I've never personally been in war, but I don't unders
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Jul 29, 2010
Carol
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I read this aloud with Amber (10), and she and I have entirely different opinions of it, and, David, who listened in on most of it, pretty much agrees with her, which makes me think that I just wasn't the right audience.
It's 1940, Nick McIver, a 12 year-old boy must defend his home, a small British island, against the looming Nazi invasion. But the Nazis are not his only enemies; using a time-travel device invented by da Vinci, he also battles 18th-century pirates who've kidnapped hi More...
It's 1940, Nick McIver, a 12 year-old boy must defend his home, a small British island, against the looming Nazi invasion. But the Nazis are not his only enemies; using a time-travel device invented by da Vinci, he also battles 18th-century pirates who've kidnapped hi More...
Oct 14, 2010
Jennifer
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Reviewed by Kira M for TeensReadToo.com
It's 1940, and the British are preparing for a Nazi invasion of England. As a resident of Greybeard Island, the smallest island of the British Channel Islands, Nick must help to save his homeland.
The Nazis aren't Nick's only enemies, though. When Nick's sister, Kate, is kidnapped by his arch-rival, Captain Blood, and taken back to Port Royal, Jamaica, in the year 1781, Nick must use his time machine to go back in time to save her.
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It's 1940, and the British are preparing for a Nazi invasion of England. As a resident of Greybeard Island, the smallest island of the British Channel Islands, Nick must help to save his homeland.
The Nazis aren't Nick's only enemies, though. When Nick's sister, Kate, is kidnapped by his arch-rival, Captain Blood, and taken back to Port Royal, Jamaica, in the year 1781, Nick must use his time machine to go back in time to save her.
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Jun 16, 2010
Jessica at Book Sake
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The Time Pirate is the follow up to Nick of Time, which we reviewed here on the blog recently. Nick of Time was great and The Time Pirate is even better. Ted Bell never loses his pacing, keeping the story constantly moving along. We get to meet even more wonderful characters (I never knew Martha Washington could be so charming) and venture over to America in this tale.
Nick takes flight in this book; don’t worry he still sails on ships as well. He continues to fight Billy Blood in the More...
Nick takes flight in this book; don’t worry he still sails on ships as well. He continues to fight Billy Blood in the More...
Sep 20, 2011
I am not sure entirely why I had such a hard time with this one! It had the makings of an awesome adventure mixed with some good historical fiction. I think I just didn't care much for the characters (and I hadn't read the first book, so that might have been part of it). I also got a bit bogged down by all the technical airplane stuff too. I think tween boys who are strong readers or huge fans of WWI era aircraft might really love this. Hopefully I'll come back to this one sometime.
Nov 24, 2010
Beth
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I love the opening chapter to remind readers about events of past books but I couldn't get past a 12 year old boy learning to fly this old plane and then taking out a bunch of nazis and then ditching it in the ocean without dying. I can believe he is smart enough to come up with a plan to out wit the pirate and time travel but not that. Also, what is wrong with the dad? He had to know what the kids was going to do but did NOTHING to caution the kid and all the other adults encourage his life
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Jul 22, 2010
Mjohnson
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If he were a tad younger, I think I'd have a serious crush on Ted Bell. His ability to write a clever, exciting adventure story is magical. Knowing that the Guernsey islands eventually become occupied by Nazis (in real life), I was riveted, wondering what would happen to Nick McIver and his family. Tie pirates in, and the Revolutionary War? Genius. I heartily recommend this book.
Apr 23, 2011
Pattyb
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This sequel to Nick of Time starts right where the other book left off. Nick McGyver is in possession of a Tempus Machina designed by Leonardo DaVinchi, which allows him to travel through time. The wicked pirate, Billy Blood reprises as the villain in this book, which is set both in the WWII Nazi-occupied Channel Islands and Revolutionary War era. Lots of adventure; some bad language, though, makes it inappropriate for younger readers.
Apr 30, 2010
Valerie
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A rousing and fun adventure that anyone, especially young boys should enjoy! I especially enjoy the historical parts that Nick McIver manages to get involved in! What 12-year-old boy wouldn't enjoy flying a Sopwith Camel, sailing on 18th century vessels, and being there for a decisive battle in history!
Aug 08, 2011
Ashnbrett
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This is the sequel to Nick of Time, which I loved because it had a lot of action and adventure. The time pirate started out great with lots of action and suspense, but slowed down a little in the middle. It did get a little better toward the end. Still, a great book for teens and adults.
Oct 01, 2010
Kathyred
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audiobook. Kind of like Dan Brown's "DaVinci code" for the younger set: lots of urgent action, but if you think about it too closely the story doesn't quite hang together. Boys will love it, w/ dastardly pirates, a heroic 12-yr-old, an aerial battle against the Nazis, clever plans, time travel and George Washington, too.
Jan 15, 2012
Carol
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This was such an enjoyable read! The main character, Nick, reminded me of Tom Sawyer, likeable, intelligent, caring, courageous, and adventurous. He began by doing a good deed for one of the most important people in his life, and ends up helping so many people through some of the hard times that the German occupation brings to the Channel Islands.
The story involves Nazi's, pirates, and untold adventure.
Will the choices we make today impact the future of our world for generations t More...
The story involves Nazi's, pirates, and untold adventure.
Will the choices we make today impact the future of our world for generations t More...
Jul 22, 2010
Cheryl
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I loved Ted Bell's first book for younger readers, Nick of Time. It was a good old-fashioned adventure story that would appeal to boys especially but many girls would find it exciting as well. I loved the Hardy Boys when I was young and this reminds me of that type of book.
I finished the book today and I have to say I liked it every bit as much as the first book, "Nick of Time." Bell has a great story here incorporating American history, British history and fictional characters t More...
I finished the book today and I have to say I liked it every bit as much as the first book, "Nick of Time." Bell has a great story here incorporating American history, British history and fictional characters t More...
Nov 02, 2011
Matthew
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Even better than the first book, this book was very exciting, and I learned a bit from it, too. The way the author combined amazing and exciting fantasy writing with educational facts was amazing.
Jun 13, 2010
Jen
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Old-fashioned, swashbuckling adventure. This time around, Nick is into planes over boats, and needs both George Washington and Winston Churchill's help in fighting Nazis and pirates. Bell clearly enjoys writing these.
Jul 07, 2011
Michaela
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this was an awesome book, full of intrigue and just enough of everything to keep you on the edge of your seat. if you want a summary, read it yourself!
Feb 22, 2011
Jason
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This was a great sequel to "Nick of Time". Ted Bell gets a little out there in some of the situations he puts Nick in, but they are run reads.
Jul 09, 2010
Laynie
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Just didn't connect with me really. But included a lot of the things I like, pirats, American history, and WWII.
Oct 13, 2010
JaNae
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A fun, easy read. One that would be fun to read outloud to boys, however, it's set during WWII and the Revolutionary War and the author gives some graphic details of what Nick sees so be cautious with the age of those you read it to.
