The Inverted Cavern (Aaron and Jake Time Travel Adventures) [Kindle Edition]

Todd Fonseca (Author)

Book Description

WHEN TRAVELING THROUGH TIME, EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED
Aaron and Jake received a message from the Amish boy they had returned a hundred years back in time, proving their experiment had been a success. When they discover the diary containing entries of their own adventures, it gives them the confidence to explore the past and future for themselves. They made careful preparations—thought of every possibility—and took every precaution.

So how could everything go so incredibly wrong?

BOOKS IN THE AARON AND JAKE TIME TRAVEL SERIES
The Time Cavern (The first adventure)
The Inverted Cavern (The second adventure)

PRAISE FOR THE TIME CAVERN
"The Time Cavern will stimulate and captivate the imagination of young readers, girls and boys alike. I urge parents and teachers to add this book to their libraries." -- D. B. Pacini, author of The Loose End of the Rainbow

"Todd Fonseca's Time Cavern is filled with adventure, mysteries, and life lessons all crafted into a charming tale. I loved the little fun facts woven throughout the story, which made it an enjoyable read even for someone my age. I highly recommend this fantastic book...well done, sir." -- Michael J. Sullivan, author of The Riyria Revelations

"The Time Cavern showcases masterful storytelling that will immediately be passed forward to one of my nephews. I highly recommend picking up a copy for the young explorers that you love." -- Roy L. Pickering, author of Patches of Grey

"The Time Cavern introduces us to what might just be the most original time machine concept ever—not to give anything away, but if you're a nut about time-travel, this is worth it for that alone." -- Eric D. Knapp, author of Cluck: Murder Most Fowl

"Charming is the only word I can think of to describe this book. The Amish element, the two cute kids, their families, the old barn, and, of course, what they discover in the woods is a compelling blend." -- Sandy Nathan, author of Numenon

"The mystery of The Time Cavern is clever, well-thought out, nicely researched in its details, and leaves me wanting more. I would love to read more of this story, so I hope a sequel will be forthcoming. Very well-written & highly recommended to readers of all ages!" -- Rai Aren, author of Secret of the Sands

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Todd A. Fonseca grew up in the northern Indiana city of Mishawaka. This small town is home to a large Amish community. Those visiting the area experience the Amish through the town’s shops and nearby Amish Acres. Todd learned of the Amish culture through frequent family Sunday drives to rural Nappanee Indiana. During these early years, Fonseca’s interest in the arts began with music. He became an accomplished accordionist participating in national competitions leading to a #4 placement in 1983. Fonseca has also performed in New York’s Carnegie Recital Hall. His high school career added drama to his resume. Having the role of curmudgeon Mr. Hassler in The Pajama Game, led to being cast as the lead in the production Jack and the Beanstalk. The Time Cavern is his first published work, and was a finalist for the 2009 National Indie Excellence Award for Young Adult Fiction. His second book, Inverted: The Second Adventure was released in November 2011. At Marquette University, Fonseca received a Biomedical Engineering graduate degree. His professional career includes numerous positions in medical device companies. He is currently a senior clinical research director for a company researching deep brain stimulation for treating conditions such as Parkinson’s Disease. Fonseca lives in Minnesota with his wife and four boys. Contact Website: www.thetimecavern.com

Product Details

• File Size: 367 KB
• Print Length: 226 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1937475506
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B006CUDFOA
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Not Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #87,965 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Time Travel Adventure December 22, 2011

By Gordon M. Peters

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

This sequel to The Time Cavern is a must-read for kids who love adventure stories. Todd Fonseca really knows how to teach kids interesting facts without making them even realize it. As a parent, I really appreciated how wholesome the books are and how they gently aim the young reader towards appreciating the values of hard work, ingenuity and caring for others without feeling "preachy" or heavy-handed. With more twists and turns than a first-class roller coaster, your kids won't be able to put it down and neither will you! I can't wait for the next in the series!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Thrills, Time Travel, Cute Kids in the Amish Country December 4, 2011

By Sandy Nathan VINE™ VOICE

Format:Kindle Edition

The sequel to author Todd A, Fonseca's The Time Cavern, The Inverted Cavern offers more thrills and suspense in the Amish farm country. The series' protagonists, Aaron and Jake, are as charming as they were in the previous volume. Aaron is a brilliant boy recently transplanted from the city, while Jake is his adventurous, tomboy neighbor.

The adventure begins when Jake and Aaron use the time cavern they'd found in Volume 1. When it doesn't work as expected, Aaron is injured and trapped in the past. Jake tries to bring him back, leading her to find another time cavern, the inverse of the one she and Aaron knew. From there, the plot becomes intricate and suspenseful, with more time travelers and unknown perils.

This is reading for intelligent kids. The author seamlessly integrates information about many topics into the text: tree rings and how they measure time, Amish foods, how to siphon, raise a barn, and do woodworking, to name a few. The book provides a nice juxtaposition of the two time periods, showing Amish country in the present vs. one hundred years ago.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the Grandkids September 6, 2012

By Patricia Dever

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

I pre-screened this book (along with the 1st one in the series)for my granddaughters. This is a fun series, with strong characters using their innovative skills to work through the problems they encounter. The girls enjoyed the books, and we spent a few afternoons discussing time travel and exploring a local "forest" to choose a "Time Travel Tree" of our own.

More About the Author

Growing up in the northern Indiana city of Mishawaka, Todd A Fonseca learned of the Amish culture through frequent family Sunday drives to rural Nappanee Indiana. This small town is home to a large Amish community. Those visiting the area experience the Amish through the town's shops and nearby Amish Acres.

During these early years, Fonseca's interest in the arts began with music. He became an accomplished accordionist participating in national competitions leading to a #4 placement in 1983. Fonseca has also performed in New York's Carnegie Recital Hall.

His high school career added drama to his resume. Having the role of curmudgeon Mr. Hassler in The Pajama Game, led to being cast as the lead in the production Jack and the Beanstalk.

At Marquette University, Fonseca received a Biomedical Engineering graduate degree. His professional career includes numerous positions in medical device companies. He is currently a senior clinical research director for a company researching deep brain stimulation for treating conditions such as Parkinson's Disease.

It is this eclectic mix of experiences with the Amish, the Arts, and Science that Fonseca has drawn upon to create The Time Cavern named a 2009 IE National Book Award Finalist.

For more information, visit the official website: www.thetimecavern.com.