Time Keys Series 1-4 Books Collection Set by M. G. Leonard - Children's Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Hunt for the Golden Scarab
The Legend of Viking Thunder
The Impossible Gladiator
Attack of the Sea Dogs

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Age Range: Ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7)

Overview
The Time Keys series by M. G. Leonard whisks young readers through secret doors in time, from the sands of Ancient Egypt to the thunder of Viking longships, the roar of the Roman Colosseum, and the cannon fire of Tudor naval warfare. This four-book paperback collection follows Sim, Jeopardy, and their friends as they race to outwit the sinister Council of Keys, protect history's secrets, and discover their own hidden power as Time Keys. Packed with mystery, danger, and genuine historical detail, it's an irresistible adventure series for curious middle-grade readers.

About the Books
Hunt for the Golden Scarab opens the series as Sim learns his mother holds the power to open doors through time, forcing the pair into a desperate chase to Ancient Egypt in search of Nefertiti's lost tomb before the dangerous Council of Keys can find it first. In The Legend of Viking Thunder, Sim and Jeopardy travel back to the age of longships and legend, navigating a world of warriors and myth as the Council closes in once more. The Impossible Gladiator sends the friends tumbling into the deadly Roman Colosseum, where survival depends on quick wits as much as courage, in a story blending music and mystery into one of history's most infamous arenas. The series continues with Attack of the Sea Dogs, a Tudor-era adventure placing Sim, Jeopardy, and Nelson aboard Sir Francis Drake's ship as England goes to war with Spain on the high seas. Across all four books, M. G. Leonard pairs fast-paced, time-bending plots with real historical texture, making the series a natural fit for classroom reading linked to Key Stage history topics as well as independent reading at home. Each adventure stands alone while building toward a larger mystery about the Time Keys themselves and why the Council wants them stopped. Illustrated interiors by Manuel Sumberac add atmosphere throughout, bringing each historical setting vividly to life for readers making their first leap into chapter-book adventure fiction.

Key Benefits

• Complete four-book paperback collection in reading order
• Blends time travel with real historical settings: Egypt, Vikings, Rome, and Tudor England
• Written by acclaimed author M. G. Leonard, creator of the Beetle Boy trilogy
• Fast-paced, mystery-driven plots for ages 8-12
• Supports Key Stage 2 history topics for classroom and homeschool use
• Brand new condition, great for gifting or a home library

Book-by-Book Guide
Hunt for the Golden Scarab — Sim and his mother go on the run when a dangerous secret about her power to open doors in time is revealed, launching a race to Ancient Egypt.
The Legend of Viking Thunder — Sim and Jeopardy travel back to the Viking age, pursued once again by the secretive Council of Keys.
The Impossible Gladiator — the friends are thrown into the deadly Roman Colosseum in the third installment of the series.
Attack of the Sea Dogs — Sim, Jeopardy, and Nelson board Sir Francis Drake's ship the Elizabeth Bonaventure as war breaks out with Spain.

About the Author
M. G. Leonard is a British author best known for her acclaimed Beetle Boy trilogy and the Adventures on Trains series, as well as her new Time Keys series. Her books are known for combining fast-moving adventure with real scientific or historical detail, encouraging young readers to see the natural and historical world with fresh curiosity. Beetle Boy was longlisted for the CILIP Carnegie Medal and the Branford Boase Award. The Time Keys series continues Leonard's signature blend of high-stakes storytelling and genuine educational value, bringing history to life one time-traveling adventure at a time.

Why You'll Love This Collection
History comes alive through pulse-pounding time-travel adventure, making this set a brilliant birthday or holiday gift, stocking stuffer, or addition to a classroom library. Perfect for summer reading or back-to-school excitement, it keeps young adventurers turning pages while sneaking in real history along the way.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.