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Dade and Paige have learned the meaning of defeat the hard way. An accident that almost cost Paige her life, has given her a fear of flying she may never overcome. The ever demanding Professor Minus doesn't care. The show must go on. Held prisoner by the evil professor, the twins must come up with a new way to entertain the carnival guests and stay alive in the process.
To make matters worse, the Professor has discovered a new form of mechanical being he must have. He demands that the twins create him an army of automatons. The professor learns quickly that the price of his army is more than he is willing to pay, but not steal! Find out what happens when he forces Dade to break into the New York Historical Society Museum. Will Dade get caught? Or worse yet, will he succeed and give the professor the means to replace all of the workers of the Magnificent Steam Carnival.
Will the twins ever find a way to rid Paige of the explosive collar holding them prisoner? Will they ever escape the evil clutches of Professor Minus? Come find out!
To make matters worse, the Professor has discovered a new form of mechanical being he must have. He demands that the twins create him an army of automatons. The professor learns quickly that the price of his army is more than he is willing to pay, but not steal! Find out what happens when he forces Dade to break into the New York Historical Society Museum. Will Dade get caught? Or worse yet, will he succeed and give the professor the means to replace all of the workers of the Magnificent Steam Carnival.
Will the twins ever find a way to rid Paige of the explosive collar holding them prisoner? Will they ever escape the evil clutches of Professor Minus? Come find out!
38 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 8, 2011
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About the author
Sean Hayden
21 books212 followersBorn the son of a fire chief, Sean naturally developed a love of playing with fire. His family and friends quickly found other outlets for his destructive creativity. Writing is his latest endeavor.
Always a fan of the macabre, mythical, and magical, Sean found a love of urban fantasy and horror. After writing several novels in this genre, he found, fell in love with, and immersed himself in steampunk. He has always wanted to rewrite history and steampunk gave him that opportunity.
Sean currently lives in Florida as a fiber-optic engineer as well as an author. He was blessed with the two most amazing children he could ever hope for, has met the absolute love of his life, who coincidentally is his partner in everything. His hobbies include grand designs on world domination as well as a starring role in his own television sitcom.
Always a fan of the macabre, mythical, and magical, Sean found a love of urban fantasy and horror. After writing several novels in this genre, he found, fell in love with, and immersed himself in steampunk. He has always wanted to rewrite history and steampunk gave him that opportunity.
Sean currently lives in Florida as a fiber-optic engineer as well as an author. He was blessed with the two most amazing children he could ever hope for, has met the absolute love of his life, who coincidentally is his partner in everything. His hobbies include grand designs on world domination as well as a starring role in his own television sitcom.
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October 25, 2011
Tickles the funny bone! While I was chortling my way through the exceptionally humorous scenes in this fabulous book, I could see in my mind's eye father and son team Sean and Connor Hayden laughing so much they couldn't type - or talk. Their wit sparkles, and made Third Time a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
But there is far more than funny to this book. Indeed, if anything, the tension has been ratcheted up a further notch as the twins are still in thrall to the Professor who wants them to do increasingly outrageous things for him, all the while holding Paige's life in his hands - and thus Dade's loyalties.
Add to the mix Carnival life, automatons, ever-present danger, a daring heist, a new friend and a foiled escape plan and you have the third in a series that fairly brims with high adventure. This series, much like your favourite chocolate bar, is incredibly more-ish and I sincerely hope there is more to come soon!
And a quick mention has to go to the wonderful cover art for these books - really gorgeous.
But there is far more than funny to this book. Indeed, if anything, the tension has been ratcheted up a further notch as the twins are still in thrall to the Professor who wants them to do increasingly outrageous things for him, all the while holding Paige's life in his hands - and thus Dade's loyalties.
Add to the mix Carnival life, automatons, ever-present danger, a daring heist, a new friend and a foiled escape plan and you have the third in a series that fairly brims with high adventure. This series, much like your favourite chocolate bar, is incredibly more-ish and I sincerely hope there is more to come soon!
And a quick mention has to go to the wonderful cover art for these books - really gorgeous.
March 3, 2012
I'm not even sure where to start. It'd say the third time is the charm, but the first two shorts in this series did not disappoint!
This series is so much fun to read. The Hayden's wit and humor come out in a number of scenes that will leave you chuckling or outright laughing. At the same time you feel for the twins and their situation as the evil professor continues to work them hard making crazy contraptions for his evil schemes. Love the new friend a the end of the story! I can't wait to see what happens next!
Recommended for children and adults :)
This series is so much fun to read. The Hayden's wit and humor come out in a number of scenes that will leave you chuckling or outright laughing. At the same time you feel for the twins and their situation as the evil professor continues to work them hard making crazy contraptions for his evil schemes. Love the new friend a the end of the story! I can't wait to see what happens next!
Recommended for children and adults :)
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