Part of Magic Tree House, book 31
First published 2019
Jack and Annie step out of the magic tree house into a Roman military camp in the early 100s AD. The brother and sister have encountered knights, pirates, ninjas, and Vikings before, but Roman soldiers prove more intimidating than expected. These warriors eye the children with suspicion. Jack and Annie must blend in and act like warriors themselves to complete their mission. A stranger on a black horse offers them guidance, but his identity remains unclear. The children need to discover what makes Roman soldiers exceptional fighters while avoiding detection. Their success depends on learning warrior skills quickly and determining whether their mysterious helper can be trusted. Jack and Annie must prove themselves worthy of the greatest military force in ancient history.
Genres: adventure, fantasy
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Roman Military Camp
Period: Early 100s AD
112 pages · Hardcover · Random House Books for Young Readers