Aliya Aboard the Time Train by Laila Rifaat

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