A twelve-year-old named Fish, who has a talent for swimming, unexpectedly finds himself on a pirate ship after a delivery goes awry. Captured by a crew of rogues, he learns that the stolen package holds the secret to the legendary Chain of Chuacar. As he navigates life aboard the Scurvy Mistress, Fish must earn the trust of a treasure-obsessed captain and collaborate with a diverse crew, all while facing mutiny and a challenging first mate. With courage and cleverness, he embarks on a thrilling quest for treasure and survival.
Ein Wettlauf gegen die Zeit beginnt ... Kaum sind sie aus Atlantis entkommen , finden sich Lewis , Hanna und ihre neue Freundin Kaya auch schon im nächsten Abenteuer wieder: Sie müssen ihr gestohlenes Kriegsschiff zurückzubringen – sonst droht ein Angriff auf die Oberfläche ! Doch die Reise durch das Unterwasserreich ist auch diesmal äußerst gefährlich : Die Atlanter werden vor einem Angriff der Sonnenmenschen gewarnt. Wieder jagen die Vernichter die drei Freunde und zwingen sie zur Flucht. Und zu allem Übel stellt auch noch ein zweifelhaftes Angebot die Freundschaft zwischen Lewis, Hanna und Kaya auf die Probe. Werden sie den Krieg verhindern und endlich Lewis’ Vater retten können? Das spannende Abenteuer rund um die sagenumwobene versunkene Stadt geht weiter
New York Times bestselling author Gregory Mone takes readers back to Atlantis in this action-packed sequel to The Accidental Invasion!Even an accidental invasion has dire consequences . . .After their daring escape from Atlantis, Lewis, Hanna, and their resourceful Atlantean friend, Kaya, find themselves pulled between two worlds. Trapped on the surface under the watchful eyes of government officials, the three adventurers receive an urgent call to return their stolen warship to Atlantis—or risk starting an all-out war.Aided by a billionaire with unclear intentions, the trio embarks on an all-new journey through Atlantis, from the sunken underwater world of Evenor to the tunnels below Ridge City. Will they find Lewis’s injured father and return the warship in time? As the shadowy agents known as Erasers work to stop them, Lewis and Kaya begin to question whether they’re really on the same side of the potentially devastating fight.Packed with futuristic technology and pure adrenaline-spiking fun, The Brink of War continues the page-turning, high-stakes series. Bonus content includes science and robotics concepts in the story and a real scientist’s take on the curious biology of mermaids. Two worlds again collide in an unforgettable undersea adventure!
Bestselling author Gregory Mone brings Mattel's He-Man and the Masters of the Universe together for a brand-new adventure in the first book of this original middle-grade series based on the hit Netflix show! By the Power of Grayskull... I have the Power! A mysterious toxic gas is spreading across Eternia, ravaging farmlands and endangering citizens. The planet's only hope lies with Adam, a lost prince with cosmic abilities. When he wields the mystical Sword of Power, he transforms from a scrawny teen into He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe. With his friends Teela, Cringer, Duncan, and Krass by his side, Adam embarks on a dangerous journey, facing pirates, dragons, and perils at every turn in search of Moss Man, a legendary figure who might hold the key to stopping the devastating stench. Yet the sinister Skeletor and his Dark Masters will stop at nothing to thwart the unlikely heroes. The fate of all Eternia rests with He-Man and his friends.
"Die 14-jährige Kaya wächst in Atlantis, einer Unterwasser-Hightech-Welt, auf. Seit sie denken kann, ist sie fasziniert von den Legenden über das Leben aus der Welt über Wasser. Und obwohl die Regierung von Atlantis ihnen eintrichtert, dass es sich nur um Geschichten handelt, macht sich Kaya allein auf den Weg, um die "Sonnenmenschen" zu treffen. Zeitgleich bricht der 10-jährige Lewis mit seinem Vater und der jungen U-Boot-Konstrukteurin Hanna nach Atlantis auf. Als sie überraschend auf Kaya treffen, ist die Begeisterung auf beiden Seiten groß: Die Legenden stimmen! Natürlich reagiert das "High Council" von Atlantis feindselig, hetzt den neuen Freunden die "Eraser" auf den Hals und will die Eindringlinge nicht mehr gehen lassen, denn die Enttarnung von Atlantis ist eine große Gefahr für die Welt unter Wasser. Kaya, Lewis und Hanna müssen nun zusammen ein Abenteuer bestehen, das größer ist, als sie es sich jemals vorgestellt haben. Wird es den neuen Freunden gelingen Lewis Vater zu befreien und einen Ausweg zu finden, um Atlantis wieder zu verlassen? Wenn zwei Welten aufeinanderprallen, bleibt nichts wie es ist... " (www.buchkatalog.de)
New York Times bestselling author Gregory Mone’s The Accidental Invasion is the first in an adventure series that’s perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Mr. Lemoncello’s Library.“A fascinating twist on the Atlantis legend. Filled with action, adventure, and a great deal of heart.”— New York Times bestselling author Stuart GibbsKaya, raised in the undersea, high-tech world of Atlantis, has always been fascinated by the legends about life above the water. Despite the government’s insistence that they’re only stories, she can’t help but dream about the Sun People—and when a group of officials known as Erasers move to bury those legends for good, Kaya sets out to the surface to uncover the truth once and for all.In the world above, where climate change has led to giant tsunamis that threaten Earth’s coasts, all Lewis wants is to spend more time with his scientist father. When he stows away on his dad’s top-secret research trip, he finds himself thrown headfirst into an adventure much bigger than he bargained for.Fast-paced and action-packed, The Accidental Invasion brings readers into a world unlike anything they’ve seen before. Bonus content includes real scientific information about genetic modification, earthquakes, nuclear power, and plate tectonics.
A highly original collection of photographs that unlocks the hidden beauty of the insect world--now adapted for young readers! Adapted from the adult title Microsculpture, this book for young readers is a unique photographic study of insects in mind-blowing magnification that celebrates the wonders of nature and science. Levon Biss's photographs capture in breathtaking detail the beauty of the insect world and are printed in large-scale formats to provide an unforgettable viewing experience.
Neil deGrasse Tyson’s #1 New York Times best-selling guide to the cosmos, adapted for young readers. From the basics of physics to big questions about the nature of space and time, celebrated astrophysicist and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson breaks down the mysteries of the cosmos into bite-sized pieces. Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry describes the fundamental rules and unknowns of our universe clearly—and with Tyson’s characteristic wit, there’s a lot of fun thrown in, too. This adaptation by Gregory Mone includes full-color photos, infographics, and extra explanations to make even the trickiest concepts accessible. Building on the wonder inspired by outer space, Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry introduces an exciting field and the principles of scientific inquiry to young readers.
Jack a jeho geniální sourozenci, Ava a Matt, se vydávají za novým dobrodružstvím. Tentokrát je jejich cílem havajský ostrovní domov Ashley Hawkingové, miliardářky, která zbohatla na nových technologiích. Ashley zkonstruovala revoluční zařízení na výrobu elektřiny, které využívá energii oceánských hlubin. Jejímu projektu ale někdo škodí… Pátrání po viníkovi zavede odvážnou trojici
v ponorce domácí výroby více než 600 metrů pod hladinu oceánu. Jack a géniové budou nuceni využít veškerou svoji inteligenci a lstivost, aby zjistili, kdo za sabotáží stojí… A aby přežili!
