Peril in the Palace is the third book in the time-traveling adventure series The Imagination Station, part of the continuing saga of Adventures in Odyssey.
Beth and Patrick travel through time to meet Kublai Khan while seeking
yet another treasure to help save Mr. Whittaker's ancestor Albert from
the mysterious Lord Blackthorn who has imprisoned him. They also meet
Marco Polo, who saves their lives from vicious Mongol warriors.
The book is engaging, but has simplistic language. The history aspect is
interesting, introducing various historical figures and facts but
placed against the backdrop of modern children learning it. Beth and
Patrick are very honest and courageous, and are not afraid to stand up
for what they believe in.
The book is probably the least well-written, but children would still be
hanging on the edge of it. With a good message and good principles,
it's also a great learning tool for children!