Time Tub Travellers - Roman Rescue

Zula and Milo are once again racing through time, but now they’re on a rescue mission. Zula‘s aunt Abina is trapped in Roman York, 2000 years in the past, and it‘s up to them to bring her home.

But freeing Abina is just the start of their adventure. The mysterious Time Tub has set them an impossible task - to sneak into the heavily guarded palace of Septimius Severus, the African Roman Emperor - and save a vital piece of history before it‘s lost forever.

From Roman bathhouses to army forts, this book introduces diverse stories from British history with fascinating details about life in Roman Britain. It's the perfect companion for 8 to 12 year olds learning about Roman history in school. It's adventurous and fast-paced, with strong themes of friendship and finding your courage.

Praise for the Time Tub Travellers series
“A brilliant series; captivating, imaginative, and illuminating, with characters who leap off the page straight into your heart." Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs

"I really enjoyed this fun, pacy time-travelling adventure, which has lots of humour and a mystery at its heart." E. L. Norry, author of Outlaws

"A breezy fantasy that’s equal parts diverting, insightful, and educational. " Kirkus Reviews

"Fast-paced, funny, informative and fresh." Ian Eagleton, author of The Dad Trap

“This was not just about travelling in time, it was, itself time travel. The pacing was so fast and exciting.” Jacob North, author of Ice Apprentices

"A fantastically well-imagined, fast-paced and hilarious novel for young readers." P.A. Staff, author of Casander Darkbloom and the Threads of Power

"This is both perfect for children who already enjoy history and perfect for kids who are not into history. A rip-roaring, fun adventure with a historical setting." Dr Jean Menzies, author and historian

Awards
READER'S CHOICE Diverse Book Awards 2025
SELFIES 2025: Highly Commended in the Children's book prize
WINNER: Ink Book Prize 2024: Best Debut Novel