Adventures In Odyssey: Passages Series by Paul McCusker

"There are two moons in the sky!"Tiptoeing gingerly, Kyle and Anna cross the groaning floorboards of the old, abandoned house. Suddenly, a scream erupts! Crashing through the floor, they dangerously tumble down beneath it... more"There are two moons in the sky!"Tiptoeing gingerly, Kyle and Anna cross the groaning floorboards of the old, abandoned house. Suddenly, a scream erupts! Crashing through the floor, they dangerously tumble down beneath it. But when they pick themselves up amid the dust and debris, they find themselves in a strange and mysterious new world - a place nothing like their hometown of Odyssey!Bewildered by their new surroundings, Kyle and Anna are soon entangled in a web of intrigue, betrayal, and danger - a struggle to the death between a power-mad king and his valiant young general - a fight to determine who will rule the Kingdom of Marus!Despite their best efforts, the ultimate outcome rests in the hands of the powerful and mysterious Unseen One, and the lives of Kyle and Anna will never be the same. Will they ever find their way back home? Or are they destined to live forever in this strange new land? less

What if history repeated itself--with you in it? Passages takes ancient stories and retells them from a kid's perspective. Loosely based on the popular "Adventures in Odyssey" series, Passages book

What if history repeated itself—with you in it? Passages takes ancient stories and retells them from a kid's perspective. Loosely based on the popular “Adventures in Odyssey” series, Passages books begin in Odyssey and take you to a fantasy land, where belief in God becomes the adventure of a lifetime! Theme: taking part in God's plan; based on the story of Esther... moreWhat if history repeated itself—with you in it? Passages takes ancient stories and retells them from a kid's perspective. Loosely based on the popular “Adventures in Odyssey” series, Passages books begin in Odyssey and take you to a fantasy land, where belief in God becomes the adventure of a lifetime! Theme: taking part in God's plan; based on the story of Esther. Maddy finds herself in a strange new land called Marus where a conquering king is about to marry a princess, but not everyone is rejoicing. The king's most trusted advisor is hatching an evil plot to stamp out the followers of the “Old Faith” forever. Maddy overhears his wicked scheme, but to reveal it may mean her death sentence. Will her life be required in order for a kingdom to be saved? less

Arin's Judgment: One minute, Wade Mullins is at home, attempting to destroy top-secret drawings for the atomic bomb. The next minute, he's in an alternate world staring at a strange prophet who says Wade is the final sign, an end-time omen of a culture on the verge of annihilation. Darien's Rise: Anna wanted superpowers, but now she's not so sure after being transported to a new planet. She sees visions of the future. And her brother Kyle is a bodyguard who can't fail... moreArin's Judgment: One minute, Wade Mullins is at home, attempting to destroy top-secret drawings for the atomic bomb. The next minute, he's in an alternate world staring at a strange prophet who says Wade is the final sign, an end-time omen of a culture on the verge of annihilation. Darien's Rise: Anna wanted superpowers, but now she's not so sure after being transported to a new planet. She sees visions of the future. And her brother Kyle is a bodyguard who can't fail. But both of their powers are only used to help Darien, the rightful heir to the throne of Marus. Darien is being held by a man so evil, not even Anna and Kyle can save him. Annison's Risk: Maddy finds herself in a strange new land called Marus where a conquering king is about to marry a princess. The king's most trusted adviser is hatching an evil plot to stamp out followers of the "old faith," and Maddy discovers that plan includes the new princess. Should Maddy reveal the truth and usher in political chaos? Or will the princess have to give up her life to bring peace? less

During his desperate attempt to run away from home, James Curtis is startled when he encounters a wandering band of gypsies in a battered waggon Needing a ride, he recklessly accepts an offer to join them - and soon finds he is no longer in the familiar place and time he just came from, James's confusion turns to terror when he witnesses a young man being attacked and thrown down a mineshaft Seeking to help the poor victim, James is instantly entangled in a dark family feud that leaves him... moreDuring his desperate attempt to run away from home, James Curtis is startled when he encounters a wandering band of gypsies in a battered waggon Needing a ride, he recklessly accepts an offer to join them - and soon finds he is no longer in the familiar place and time he just came from, James's confusion turns to terror when he witnesses a young man being attacked and thrown down a mineshaft Seeking to help the poor victim, James is instantly entangled in a dark family feud that leaves him bound, gagged, and at the mercy of brutal strangersA Prisoner in an exotic land full of unknown dangers and suspicious people, James desperately searches for an escape. The future seems hopeless. Will he be sentenced to a life of slavery? Or is there some higher purpose to this deadly predicament. less

Dazed and bewildered after being knocked unconscious, Oddysey newcomer Scott Graham emerges from a railroad tunnel. With his head still throbbing, Scott turns to go home, only to discover that his friends and familiar surroundings have mysteriously disappeared - along with the entire town of Odyssey!Scott now finds himself in a land where a cruel king and his corrupt wife have destroyed the nation's legacy of faith and hope... moreDazed and bewildered after being knocked unconscious, Oddysey newcomer Scott Graham emerges from a railroad tunnel. With his head still throbbing, Scott turns to go home, only to discover that his friends and familiar surroundings have mysteriously disappeared - along with the entire town of Odyssey!Scott now finds himself in a land where a cruel king and his corrupt wife have destroyed the nation's legacy of faith and hope. Under the guidance of a bold prophet with reckless courage, Soctt is swept up in a dangerous struggle for the people's loyalty.Searching to find his place in this uncertain world, Scott must make the biggest decision of his entire life. Filled with unanswered questions, would he take a risky, unpopular stand? What if it costs him his life? What could be lost if he simply walks away? less

Danny, Michelle, and Wayne jump into a river and come out of the water to find themselves in a fountain in another land. When these three young travelers unexpectedly journey from Odyssey to Marus, two of them join forces with an exiled prince to free an oppressed people, while the other is enticed by the kingdom's riches... moreDanny, Michelle, and Wayne jump into a river and come out of the water to find themselves in a fountain in another land. When these three young travelers unexpectedly journey from Odyssey to Marus, two of them join forces with an exiled prince to free an oppressed people, while the other is enticed by the kingdom's riches. Will the epic struggle lead to a terrible parting? Based on the biblical story of Moses, and written from a kid's perspective, "Fendar's Legacy" teaches about the freedom found in following God's plan. less

Glennall's Betrayal: In Depression-era Odyssey, James Curtis runs away from home and joins a mysterious group of gypsies. Along the way, he is kidnapped and sold into slavery, where he meets a young man named Glennall. Together, James and Glennall journey to the capital in Marus and discover that there is a higher purpose to the random events of their lives... moreGlennall's Betrayal: In Depression-era Odyssey, James Curtis runs away from home and joins a mysterious group of gypsies. Along the way, he is kidnapped and sold into slavery, where he meets a young man named Glennall. Together, James and Glennall journey to the capital in Marus and discover that there is a higher purpose to the random events of their lives. Based on the biblical story of Joseph, Glennall's Betrayal models for the reader what it means to trust God in every circumstance and to forgive those who have wronged us. Any fan of Tolkien will appreciate this fantasy story, and with a new cover and interior graphics, it's better than ever! Draven's Defiance: While running through an old railroad tunnel, Scott Graham bumps his head, and suddenly finds himself in another world where time has stopped and he is expected to fulfill a purpose he knows nothing about--set for him by the Unseen One. In a wartime period resembling Nazi Germany, Scott must learn from a daring prophet and take a stand that will affect an entire nation--and his very life. Based on the biblical story of Elijah, Draven's Defiance retells the story from a kid's perspective, helping kids understand the themes and principles in God's Word. Fendar's Legacy: Danny, Michelle, and Wayne jump into a river and come out of the water to find themselves in a fountain in another land. When these three young travelers unexpectedly journey from Odyssey to Marus, two of them join forces with an exiled prince to free an oppressed people, while the other is enticed by the kingdom's riches. Will the epic struggle lead to a terrible parting? Based on the biblical story of Moses, and written from a kid's perspective, Fendar's Legacy teaches about the freedom found in following God's plan. less