The Golden Telescope

A murderous plot by a magical cabal. Three orphan siblings. One reluctant 12-year-old hero. Jack Mac Paidin doesn't know his parents were murdered, his grandma is stuck in 1879, and his aunts plan to rule the world. After years of being separated from his siblings, a chance encounter with a golden telescope reveals that he has magical powers - but that's just the beginning. As he delves deeper into the world of magic, Jack learns about a dangerous organization called The Dark Cabal. This group of evil sorcerers is after him and his siblings, and they'll stop at nothing to control their powers. With the fate of the world at stake, Jack must summon all of his courage and strength to stop them. But he won't be alone on this journey - a mysterious stranger with a magical traveling hat takes him to his ancestral home in Dublin, Ireland, where he finally finds a sense of belonging. With newfound friends by his side, Jack sets out to find his missing Grandma Lydia and unravel the mystery surrounding his parents' tragic death. As he travels through time and battles terrifying foes, Jack discovers the true extent of his powers and what it means to be a hero. Can he overcome the odds and reunite his family, or will The Dark Cabal succeed in their sinister plan? Full of thrilling action, heartwarming friendships, and unforgettable magic, this Middle-Grade fantasy novel is a must-read for fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, and Artemis Fowl. Don't miss out on this gripping adventure - grab your copy today and join Jack on his quest to save the world! "You might as well know the truth of the matter…" Inez paused, and her eyes searched the walls of books as if drawing her words from them. "It was no accident that killed your son and his wife," she said, and a cold, calculated expression spread across her ashen face, blue-green veins now visible through the crepe-thin skin at her temples. "We arranged the whole thing!" A silence quieter than death filled the room. Even the fireplace seemed void of warmth as Inez's icy, aqua-blue eyes met those of her father. After years of trauma-related asthma attacks and life as a number-loving nerd, Jack finally feels like his life has meaning. Even though he is bewildered to discover that there is a world of magic he knows nothing about, Jack learns that he is special. He is the only person who can help find his Grandma Lydia trapped in the past and solve the mystery surrounding his parent's death. This first book in the series by author Tracy Partridge-Johnson portrays an unforgettable story full of relatable characters, wildly imaginative situations, and countless exciting details. It sets the stage for many incredible adventures to come.