Stuck 1595

What an fascinating and intricate plot! At one point I could not begin to imagine how the characters were ever going to get back. Thoroughly enjoyed this book

It was only days ago that I finished book one in this unusual series but I was straight on to book two and loved it. I am so glad I discovered this author, as he certainly knows how to keep the reader hooked, unlike history teachers. 

This was another amazing instalment of the Stuck series. I loved the theme of this book. It introduced more historical figures with the Baxter children and their uncle. This book is second in a series, but it can be read as a stand-alone. I would recommend reading them as a series because they are all so good, I can't pick a favourite.

Descriptions of dress, settings manorial estates, Elizabeth l's fatal make up, mention of growing intrigue referring to Guy Fawkes are described with pace and a sure hand based on meticulous research of the period. Exciting stuff - a good read.

...But Johnson didn't simply name-drop historical icons throughout the book - he taught readers about the quality of life, significance of these figures, and current inventions of the late 1500's. Thanks to Johnson's inclusion of research and talent of weaving information into climactic moments, readers will learn lots about the time period without getting bored or confused.