Lost in the Labyrinth

Secret in the Attic #1

by L.A. Peacock, Nathan Hale (Illustrator)

Twins Jess and Josh have discovered an astonishing secret in their family's attic: a time-compass that whisks them back to ancient Greece. But where is their mysterious Uncle Harry? And can they escape from the deadly Minotaur?

Genres: Mythology, Historical Fiction, Middle Grade, Monsters, Fiction

94 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2010

Reviews

[Jean-Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Independently read and rated by Kate. Kate finished this one tonight in an hour. It's a pretty easy chapter book but I got it for her because of the Ancient Greece theme. She said she enjoyed it very much. This is the first book in a new "Secret in the Attic" series by L. A. Peacock. Kate said it reminds her of the Magic Tree House series. A brother and sister find a magic time-compass in their attic that can transport them through time. The next book is Egyptian themed.

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

Siblings Jess and Josh found an old trunk in their attic, and it was filled with artifacts, a journal, and a time traveling clock. They set off on a bullfighting and labyrinth filled adventure to Crete in hopes of saving their uncle.

So many things about this series remind me of the Magic Treehouse Books. I have to wonder if the author took that idea, made a few changes and twists, and came up with a whole new series!

[Samantha Garlock · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very good read thus far. Fast moving. Another good bed time read. Very good story hopefully the Author will continue

[Suzanne · Rating 2 out of 5]

A short, easy read for kids who are not ready for books as long as Percy Jackson or Kane Chronicles, but still have an interest in ancient cultures or time travel adventures.

[Emily · Rating 2 out of 5]

A serviceable Magic Tree House knockoff. Poor doomed Icarus departs this tale still high on the wing.

[Queenie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I rate it a 3 star because Josh is always trying to be cool with power but he never is.