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Tracy Barrett

    Tracy Barrett is a prolific author whose work spans genres from historical fiction and mysteries to fantasy, time travel, and myth retellings. Her deep fascination with ancient Greece, Rome, and the European Middle Ages informs her compelling narratives. Barrett's writing is characterized by its broad appeal, delving into diverse subjects and engaging young readers with imaginative storytelling. She approaches her craft with an evident passion for history and mythology.

    King of Ithaka
    The 100-year-old secret
    Anna of Byzantium
    Marabel and the Book of Fate
    Cast Iron Cooking For Dummies
    Case That Time Forgot
    • 2018

      Freefall Summer

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      WHUFFO: Someone who hasn't made a skydive (yet), especially a spectator. Supposedly derived from "What for do you jump out of a perfectly good airplane?" Sixteen-year-old Clancy is no stranger to extreme sports. Her father runs a skydiving dropzone, but after her mother dies in a freak accident, her father grounds her--permanently. Clancy is resigned to being a whuffo and packing parachutes for her dad's latest girlfriend until cute college freshman Denny starts taking classes at the drop zone. Denny assumes Clancy is eighteen, an innocent mistake that gives her a rush--and that she doesn't correct. But the lies snowball, relationships are damaged, and suddenly Clancy isn't the person she wants to be. She wants to make things right . . . but it seems the more Clancy imagines the life of a skydiver, the more she imagines she can escape her dull reality of life outside the drop zone. Will Clancy make the jump?

      Freefall Summer
    • 2018

      Marabel and the Book of Fate

      • 296 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.8(389)Add rating

      A princess must defy expectations and rescue her brother--and their kingdom-- in the first book of a charming, action-packed, and exciting new middle grade fantasy series that promises to be Ella Enchanted for a new generation!

      Marabel and the Book of Fate
    • 2014

      King of Ithaka

      • 271 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Telemachos has a comfortable life on his small island of Ithaka, where his mother, Penelopeia, keeps the peace even though the land has been without its king, his father Odysseus, since the Trojan War began many years ago. But now the people are demanding a new king, unless Telemachos can find Odysseus and bring him home. With only a mysterious prophecy to guide him, Telemachos sets off over sea and desert in search of the father he has never known. Tracy Barrett brings Greek mythology to life in King of Ithaka.

      King of Ithaka
    • 2012

      Dark of the Moon

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The retelling of the Minotaur myth presents a gripping and shadowy narrative that delves into themes of power, sacrifice, and the human condition. With rich character development and an immersive atmosphere, the story explores the complexities of its protagonists as they navigate a labyrinth of fate and desire. This captivating interpretation promises to engage readers with its unique perspective on a classic tale, blending mythological elements with profound emotional depth.

      Dark of the Moon
    • 2011

      Case That Time Forgot

      • 178 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      3.7(10)Add rating

      The story revolves around Xander, who learns from his classmate Karim about a legendary amulet shaped like Thoth, the Egyptian god of time. This amulet possesses the extraordinary ability to reverse time for one day every century, with the next opportunity arriving in just a week. The plot unfolds as Xander navigates the implications and adventures that come with the amulet's power, setting the stage for a thrilling race against time.

      Case That Time Forgot
    • 2010

      The 100-year-old secret

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      3.7(201)Add rating

      What if you inherited Sherlock Holmes's book of unsolved cases? Xena and Xander Holmes have just discovered they're related to Sherlock Holmes and have inherited his unsolved casebook! The siblings set out to solve the cases their famous ancestor couldn't, starting with the mystery of a prized painting that vanished more than a hundred years ago. Can two smart twenty-first-century kids succeed where Sherlock Holmes could not? Modern technology meets the classic detective story in The 100-Year-Old Secret, the first in Tracy Barrett's terrific new mystery series that will intrigue young sleuths everywhere!

      The 100-year-old secret
    • 2003

      Cold in Summer

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      A new girl in town encounters a mysterious, old-fashioned girl who is lost and unable to find her way home. Their meeting sparks an intriguing friendship as they explore themes of belonging and the search for identity, unraveling the secrets of the past while navigating the complexities of their own lives.

      Cold in Summer
    • 2003

      Cast Iron Cooking For Dummies

      • 360 pages
      • 13 hours of reading
      4.0(91)Add rating

      In some cooking circles, cast iron gets a bad rep people think it's old- fashioned, heavy, and hard to take care of. And really, how often do folks nowadays need to hitch up a mule and wagon and leave civilization and Teflon- coated saute pans behind? True, cast iron is old; it's been around since the Middle Ages. schovat popis

      Cast Iron Cooking For Dummies
    • 2000

      Anna of Byzantium

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.7(2293)Add rating

      Set against the backdrop of the Byzantine Empire, the narrative follows Anna Comnena, a figure renowned for her intelligence and political acumen. The story delves into her life filled with alliances, intrigues, and betrayals, showcasing her unique perspective as a historian and a woman in a male-dominated world. Readers will be captivated by the intricate dynamics of power and the challenges Anna faces in her quest for influence and legacy.

      Anna of Byzantium