Infinity Ring: A Mutiny in Time

A Mutiny in Time follows three middle school students who discover they must fix problems in history using time travel technology. When Dak Smyth and Sera Froste stumble upon a device invented by Dak's parents, they learn of an organization called the SQ that has altered historical events for their own gain. The two friends join forces with a young historian named Riq and become part of the Hystorians, a secret group working to correct historical breaks. Their first mission takes them back to Christopher Columbus's voyage in 1492, where they must prevent a mutiny that could change the course of history. This first book in the Infinity Ring series combines historical facts with science fiction elements, setting up an ongoing battle between those who would protect history and those who seek to manipulate it. The story explores themes of friendship, courage, and the interconnected nature of historical events while remaining accessible to young readers.

Readers describe this middle-grade time travel book as a fast-paced adventure that serves as an entry point to learning history. Parents note it engages reluctant readers, particularly boys ages 8-12. Liked: - Interactive companion game/app experience - Quick pace and action sequences - Historical details woven into story - Strong friendship dynamics between main characters Disliked: - Characters lack depth - Plot feels rushed at times - Some historical elements oversimplified - Frequent time jumps can confuse younger readers One parent reviewer noted: "My son struggled with reading until this series. The game connection kept him interested." Multiple reviews mention the book works better as part of the full series rather than standalone. Ratings: Goodreads: 3.8/5 (8,900+ ratings) Amazon: 4.4/5 (280+ ratings) Common Sense Media: 4/5 (parent reviews) Scholastic: 4/5 (teacher reviews)

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🕰️ "A Mutiny in Time" is the first book in a seven-book series created through a collaboration between multiple bestselling authors, each writing different installments. 📚 Author James Dashner wrote this book while already famous for "The Maze Runner" series, bringing his signature fast-paced action style to this middle-grade historical adventure. 🎮 The book series was accompanied by an interactive online game where readers could "fix" historical breaks, mirroring the characters' mission in the novels. ⚔️ The story's main historical event centers around Christopher Columbus and his famous voyage, but presents an alternate timeline where history has been changed by a shadowy organization. 🔄 The three main characters (Dak, Sera, and Riq) were deliberately created to represent different strengths: history expertise, scientific knowledge, and linguistic skills, respectively.