by Chris Smith
First published 2026
A child stumbles into an unexpected journey across different eras when a mysterious accident sends them tumbling through the fabric of time itself. Each leap brings new challenges as they navigate unfamiliar worlds, from ancient civilizations to possible futures. The young traveler must learn to adapt quickly, making allies and facing dangers in times and places where they don't belong. As they search for a way back to their own time, they discover that their presence in these different eras creates ripple effects they never anticipated. The story follows their growing understanding of how actions in one time period can reshape everything that comes after, while they grapple with the question of whether returning home is worth the cost of leaving behind the people and places that have become important to them.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, fantasy, time-travel
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Period: Ancient Civilizations, Future
336 pages · Paperback · Puffin