On the Blue Comet

Written by Rosemary Wells · Illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline

A boy's life changes after witnessing a crime, leading to a time-traveling train adventure.

3.9 Goodreads · 1,200 ratings

336 pages· 57,517 words· Est. 6.5 hour read· 730L

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Bookroo's summary

After the 1929 crash, young Oscar Ogilvie's world crumbles when his father leaves to find work. Left with his aunt, Oscar's life takes a thrilling turn when he meets a mysterious drifter and witnesses a shocking crime. This event propels him on a magical train journey across time and America, encountering Hollywood stars and historical figures. Will Oscar find his way back home, or will the allure of adventure change his destiny forever?

From the publisher

“An entertaining evocation of silver-screen and steel-train glamour.” – The New York Times Book Review In the wake of the Crash of 1929, Oscar Ogilvie’s life is changed forever. His dad has to sell their house and cherished model trains and head west in search of work, leaving Oscar lonely and miserable in the care of his aunt. Then he meets a mysterious drifter and witnesses a crime so stunning it catapults him on an incredible train journey from coast to coast, from one decade to another. Filled with suspense and peppered with witty encounters with Hollywood stars and other bigwigs of history, this captivating novel resonates with warmth, humor, and the true magic of a timeless adventure.

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