Review: Fact and Fiction, Friends and Family: A Terrific Adventure Story
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 17, 2013
When Binka's father turns up missing, she and David, her cousin, and Nina, a best friend, agree they will find him. But, Dad's been working on a time machine and finding him means a trip to the first century when Nero ruled the Roman Empire. The children find refuge with "Followers" but the danger mounts as thieves and ruffians from the first century and the 21st century converge upon the Followers and the brave little band who must risk everything to protect new and old friends.The author deftly integrates solid historical detail into what is essentially a terrific adventure story. And, in a very nice touch, the author also includes a section at the end of the book which separates fact and fiction. (This section in fact saved me several google searches regarding some fascinating historic detail included in the book.)Nicely done.