Footprints in Time

by Petru Popescu

Jack Conran can't imagine a better way to spend his summer than researching lions with his scientist father in Tanzania. He's thrilled when Dad invites him along on an expedition to the Witch's Pot, a storm-guarded and unexplored crater in the savanna. But when their plane goes down, Jack finds himself injured and alone in a wilderness teeming with hungry predators. Alone, that is, until he meets the mysterious creature who saved his life. Battling lions and the elements, Jack struggles to survive. But if he wants to return to civilization alive, Jack must first learn the fantastic secrets that nature—and his father—have been hiding. A fast-paced adventure of discovery and survival from New York Times bestselling author Petru Popescu.

Genres: Science, Adventure

256 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2008

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Reviews

[Davion H · Rating 5 out of 5]

Footprints in time is a book that you can get deep into. The author expresses all the characters well. This book is about a boy that has wanted to go on a job with his dad but when he gets the chance he does but something happens and its all up to the boy to stay alive and get back to civilization. I love this book and I recommend it to all who love action.

[Terry]

Reluctant/Struggling Reader: I picked this book because the picture on the cover looked exciting. I liked this book and would read it again. I really liked the scenes where he had to fight things. It is really cool and fun to read.

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[Diane Ferbrache · Rating 2 out of 5]

Thirteen year old Jack is spending the summer with his dad, a scientist studying lions (and prehistoric life) in Africa. When the plane they are on crashes, Jack finds himself alone trying to survive in the Savannah. He meets a young boy who does not speak and seems to be a missing link in the evolutionary chain. “Stone Boy” teaches Jack about life on the Savannah, and Jack teaches him to make spears, start fires & even speak a little. There are threats from lions, hyenas, and even “Stone Boy”s tribe members. This is a survival story very similar to Hatchet (but not as good), sure to appeal to middle school students.

[Mawgojzeta · Rating 3 out of 5]

I won't go into the story as the description give plenty of information. I will say that I am a 38 (at the time of reading) woman. I thought this was a nice story for a 10-14 year old boy, although certainly a girl would enjoy it, too. Well worth my time, and well worth the price of the book for anyone considering to buy it.

[Rachel · Rating 2 out of 5]

Reviewed for VOYA.

[Puscas Mircea · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked the book , but some parts were boring.