About BC Books Online
BC Books Online was created for anyone interested in BC-published books, and with librarians especially in mind. We'd like to make it easy for library staff to learn about books from BC publishers - both new releases and backlist titles - so you can inform your patrons and keep your collections up to date.
Our site features print books and ebooks - both new releases and backlist titles - all of which are available to order through regular trade channels. Browse our subject categories to find books of interest or create and export lists by category to cross-reference with your library's current collection.
A quick tip: When reviewing the "Browse by Category" listings, please note that these are based on standardized BISAC Subject Codes supplied by the books' publishers. You will find additional selections, grouped by theme or region, in our "BC Reading Lists."
Description
Seventeen-year-old Michael goes to visit his eccentric mad-scientist uncle while he's busy working on yet another time-travel experiment.
In the cluttered lab, Michael's uncle barely notices him. And he keeps muttering things like “quantum multiverse transporter," so Michael has to entertain himself. Which is how Michael accidentally ends up in an alternate universe. Everything looks remarkably similar to his own world but with a few key differences, like lizard men dressed in gray suits and three-wheeled vehicles. And then there's Emily, a sassy, confident girl who needs Michael's help before he can find his way back to his own dimension.
This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age:
- 12 to 18
- Grade:
- 8 to 12
- Reading age:
- 12 to 18
Awards
- Short-listed, Saskatchewan Book Awards — Young Adult Literature Award
- Commended, Junior Library Guild (JLG) Gold Standard Selection
Editorial Reviews
“Nonstop action keeps the story moving along briskly, and Michael’s voice is wry and humorous...A fast-paced SF adventure for reluctant readers.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“Highly readable…A fun, action-packed choice for striving middle and high school readers interested in science fiction.”
— School Library Journal (SLJ)
“A fast-paced read that will keep readers engaged every second. With a male protagonist and a strong female accomplice, this title will be a great addition to school and public libraries. Highly Recommended.”
— CM: Canadian Review of Materials
“A fun, breezy work accessible to a wide variety of readers looking for a quick sci-fi adventure.”
— Publishers Weekly
