Danger in the Darkest Hour

By Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca (Illustrator)

Book #1 in the Magic Tree House Super Edition series

Two siblings travel back in time to World War II to help a friend escape from France.

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208 pages· 22,326 words· Est. 3 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Jack and Annie embark on their most perilous journey yet, transported to 1944 Europe. As they parachute into Normandy, France, they find themselves behind enemy lines on the eve of D-Day. With the world at war, these brave siblings must navigate danger and uncertainty to aid the Allied forces. Can they make a difference in one of history's darkest hours? Their courage and determination will be tested as they face the unknown, striving to alter the course of history. Join them in this thrilling adventure where every moment counts.

From the publisher

Introducing the first Magic Tree House(R) Super Edition–and Jack and Annie’s most dangerous mission ever! With a longer story and additional facts and photographs, this thrilling, first Super Edition in the Magic Tree House series is an adventure no reader will want to miss! The magic tree house has taken Jack and Annie back in time to England in 1944. England is fighting for its life in World War II. Before long, Jack and Annie find themselves parachuting into Normandy, France, behind enemy lines. The date is June 5. Will the brave brother and sister team be able to make a difference during one of the darkest times in history? They don’t know, but they have to try! In Danger in the Darkest Hour, Mary Pope Osborne introduces readers to a vitally important historical subject. Have more fun with Jack and Annie on the Magic Tree House(R) website at MagicTreeHouse.com.

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