Aliya Aboard the Time Train - Laila Rifaat (Paperback) 01-08-2024
The spectacular sequel to Middle Eastern-inspired fantasy Aliya to the Infinite City. Aliya can't wait to return to the Infinitum Time-Travel Academy. But when evil magic threatens the city, and rumours of rogue magician Dorian Darke circulate, Aliya is sent away for safety on the time-travelling train, the Silver Express. But the trip is derailed when a passenger is murdered. Soon it becomes clear that Aliya must face terrible danger once again . . . A stunning adventure story for readers aged 9 and up Book 1 was shortlisted for the Times/Chicken House Children's Fiction Competition 2021 For fans of Nura and the Immortal Palace and The Kingdom Over the Sea PRAISE FOR ALIYA TO THE INFINITE CITY: 'An epic adventure packed with richness, history and a brilliant new magical school!' ZOHRA NABI, Author of The Kingdom Over the Sea
