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The History Keepers: Circus Maximus [Hardcover]

Damian Dibben (Author)
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Publication Date: 2 Aug 2012 | Series: History Keepers

The History Keepers are in terrible danger once more. Stocks of Atomium - the crucial ingredient which allows them to travel through time - are perilously low, and the agents must embark on a risky mission to find more. And now a new and even more evil member of the Zeldt family is planning a hideous take-over of the Ancient world, and they are forced to travel further back into history than ever before in order to save the day. Well, all of the days actually.

In this exciting sequel, the History Keepers embark upon another rollercoaster adventure that takes us into the heart of the ancient world, from the doors to Hades, to the streets of Rome at the height of its glorious empire. You think the chariot race in Ben Hur is exciting? Wait till you see the History Keepers racing round Rome . . .

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  • Hardcover: 480 pages
  • Publisher: Doubleday Childrens (2 Aug 2012)
  • Language: Unknown
  • ISBN-10: 0857530577
  • ISBN-13: 978-0857530578
  • Product Dimensions: 14.4 x 4.1 x 22.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 87,334 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"Today's answer to Harry Potter crossed with The Hunger Games" (Tatler )

"The characters are lively and hilarious, and there are some brilliant action scenes and plenty of hair-raising cliffhangers. Circus Maximus is a joy to read, and is guaranteed to entertain." (Julia Eccleshare Lovereading4kids.co.uk )

". . . An action-packed and entertaining story, which young readers will find hard to put down." (Booktrust 20121105)

"The History Keepers is a great series for young and old alike; with agents, double-agents and spies, you never know where Jake will end up as he attempts to stop those who would change history!" (Fantasybookreview.co.uk 20120822)

". . . The plot is superfast, and is just the kind of story that could suck in even the most reluctant of readers." (bookzone4boys 20120918)

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The second book in the explosive History Keepers series. It's time for a new hero . . .
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Adventure in Ancient Rome 26 Aug 2012
By SJH @ A Dream of Books
Format:Hardcover
Jake and the History Keepers are back in this thrilling new instalment by British author Damian Dibben. This time they are travelling back to AD27 and Ancient Rome to try and rescue Topaz.

What is so great about this series is the actual premise of being able to travel back to any period in time. The characters get to visit some amazing locations, enriched by fantastic details of all the historical events which actually took place. The scenes in the book really come alive with such wonderfully descriptive writing and all of these things mean that the scope for the series is pretty much infinite. There are so many exciting places and adventures which could lie in store for the History Keepers.

I really enjoyed the first in the series when I read it last year but I loved `Circus Maximus' even more. The basic idea behind the secret organisation has already been explained and put in place, so Dibben can now simply concentrate on weaving a fabulous story with plenty of action for Jake and co as they attempt to save the world.

The characters grew on me even more too this time around. Jake is a brilliant hero (move over Percy Jackson!) but I also adore Nathan who is by Jake's side throughout and my personal favourite. He's funny and charming, obsessed with fashion but also loyal and brave and the right person to have by your side in times of need.

The History Keepers have to face Agata Zeldt and she makes a great baddie - the character that you love to hate. Every hero needs an enemy and Zeldt is it! Every time she appeared I wanted to run and hide because she's just so scary.

The ending nicely plants the seeds for the next book in the series which promises to lead the group on yet another dangerous mission. A sublime combination of fantasy and adventure, hold onto your seats as Dibben takes you on a rollercoaster ride through history, fraught with danger and excitement.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Hooked from the beginning... 6 Aug 2012
By K T
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The first book in this series 'The Storm Begins' was definitely one of my highlights of 2011 (when it was first released in hardback). I was expecting therefore something similar from 'Circus Maximus'. What I read though was even better. What an adventure story. It grips you from page one and doesn't let you go until you reach the final pages. What's more it leaves you wanting for more as a taster of the third book is introduced.

For any reader that maybe was not won over by the first book, I would thoroughly recommend revisiting the series with this second book. The time the author took in the first book to introduce each of the characters and set the scene was well worth it as you jump straight into the adventure. The characters grow throughout the second book and you can't help but warm to a personal favourite (or at times be frustrated by them) - including those that took more of a background role in the first book... step forward Rose!

The series works for several reasons, but a few of these means it stands apart from several of those books it sits alongside on the bookstore shelf. The vivid images that Damian Dibben creates in the writing takes the reader right into the heart of Circus Maximus - it comes alive. Having been to Mont St Michel I love the scenes set here. It would work especially well in schools as you learn as you read and it leaves you hungry to discover more about Ancient Rome.

I would thoroughly recommend to anyone, but especially those with children aged between 8-13. Well worth buying in advance of a long journey as they will be hooked.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Immensely enjoyable read! 3 Nov 2012
By Daydreaming_Star
Format:Hardcover
The History Keepers: Circus Maximus is a thrilling, captivating read that I enjoyed immensely and would easily recommend to others. It was full of gripping adventure, it is fun to read, it is full of suspense, and it even has some really emotional scenes thrown in for good measure. With all of these happening, it is easy to see why this book is such an incredible read. It holds some really strong, powerful and entertaining characters that really bring the story alive. It is even enjoyable for young readers and adults as Damian has managed to make sure that there is something for everything. I said it in my review of his first book, but this series has all the interesting and compelling attributes that the Harry Potter series did so if you're still searching for a good new series to read - this is the one! Besides, this book also has an exciting, cliff-hanger-esque ending that has opened up the story and made me really excited for the next book.

** I recieved this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review **
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5.0 out of 5 stars The History Keepers Book 2 - Circus Maximus
The adventure continues at a pace with new challenges and our heroes have new supporters. If you enjoyed Book 1, I really recommend this and it's colourful story. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Londoner11
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!
Absolutely loved this second installment in the History Keepers series - a must read for all kids and parents alike! Was gripped from start to finish. Read more
Published 1 month ago by OJ
1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing Read.
Action scenes just not credible with cheesy, predictable ,pantomime characters. Felt like I was being told a story rather than immersed in it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by H. M. Prosser
4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting read
This book was slightly boring at first but towards the end the story line really improved. Overall a good book
Published 4 months ago by S Shinde
4.0 out of 5 stars Exciting time travel adventure in Ancient Rome
When I posted by review of The Storm Begins, the first book in Damian Dibben's action time-travel series, I had no option but to mention a certain other popular series for young... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mr H - Book Zone (For Boys) Blog
4.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't wait to rejoin
Having fallen for Damian's world in his first book (The History Keepers: The Storm Begins), I really couldn't wait to rejoin Jake to see how his world would not only change but how... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Gareth Wilson - Falcata Times Blog
5.0 out of 5 stars fast, fun and a great tale spun
Damian Dibben's second book is a great sequal to the first History Keepers -just as fast, just as dynamic and shows him more comfortable still in the genre he has chosen. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Edwardo B
5.0 out of 5 stars fantasy book
great book,could not put it down once i had started reading it,have already got book one,that was just as good.
Published 7 months ago by sam246
5.0 out of 5 stars Rip-roaring Rollercoaster
I thought that this book was superb! A lot better than the first actually; Damian Dibben has really found his feet as an author, and he now has a lot firmer grip on his style and... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Padders Rampo
1.0 out of 5 stars Bad copy.
This is a complete and utter copy of the Time Riders seriesTimeRiders (Book 1) They go back in time fixing history. The only difference is Time riders is good.
Published 7 months ago by Omari
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