Books About Alternate History

The Best Alternate History Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about alternate history? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 5 Favorite Books About Alternate History

Double Cross
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Double Cross

Time-traveling Musketeers must escape prison to save a king and history itself.

256 pages· 49,783 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.5 Goodreads · 1,517 ratings
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Summary: Greg Rich, a time-traveling Musketeer, faces his greatest challenge yet. Trapped in a seventeenth-century prison with his legendary friends, he must escape to save King Louis from a treacherous plot. With history hanging in the balance, Greg races against time to thwart a coup and return to the twenty-first century. Can he and his allies outsmart their captors and alter the course of history before it's too late? Adventure, danger, and the fate of the future await in this thrilling conclusion to the time travel saga.
Traitor's Chase
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Traitor's Chase

Time-traveling Greg faces betrayal and danger in 1615 Paris.

272 pages· 49,458 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 1,542 ratings
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Summary: Greg Rich, now a young D’Artagnan, navigates 1615 Paris, struggling to return home and thwart the sinister Michel Dinicoeur. As the Musketeers pursue Dinicoeur to Spain, they face ambushes and suspicion. Is there a traitor among them? Trust is fragile, and the stakes are high in this thrilling adventure.
Goliath
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2011

Goliath

By Scott Westerfeld, Keith Thompson (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Leviathan series

A ship veers off course with secrets, a hidden identity, and a dangerous passenger onboard.

543 pages· 94,159 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 34,362 ratings
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Summary: Alek and Deryn race to end World War I and reclaim a throne, but secrets threaten their mission. Disguised as a boy, Deryn hides her identity from Alek, complicating their growing bond. As their ship, Leviathan, heads to New York, a dangerous passenger lurks, unraveling secrets and alliances. Can they navigate these treacherous waters and achieve their goals, or will hidden truths and enemies tear them apart?
Behemoth
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2010

Behemoth

By Scott Westerfeld, Keith Thompson (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Leviathan series

A girl and an heir must survive enemy territory to stop a war.

481 pages· 85,513 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 41,811 ratings
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Summary: In a world at war, Deryn, disguised as a boy, and Alek, an incognito heir, unite aboard the airship Leviathan. Their mission: to end the conflict between Darwinists and Clanker Powers. But when disaster strikes, they are stranded in hostile lands, hunted and alone. With only their wits and courage, they must forge new alliances and navigate treacherous paths. Can they alter the course of war, or will they fall victim to the very forces they seek to defeat?
The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution

Navigate the American Revolution with a time traveler's guide to espionage, rebellion, and historical hijinks.

144 pages· 20,653 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 395 ratings
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Summary: Embark on a time-traveling adventure to the American Revolution with a guidebook that offers practical tips for history enthusiasts. Discover how to join Paul Revere's spy ring, enlist in Washington's army, and attend the Boston Tea Party without getting caught. Can you survive the era's challenges and even lunch with Alexander Hamilton? This humorous and informative guide is your ticket to experiencing history like never before, with advice on everything from finding accommodations to storming British defenses. Perfect for those ready to explore the past with a twist of adventure and wit.