
The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)
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1,732 ratings·61 reviews
The adventure continues in Book 2 of the Time Box Saga, from the author of THE LANE BETRAYAL! Months after stealing time machines, the Lane family seeks refuge at Chicago's 1893 World's Fair. While Mark and Mary find solace, their children discover romance and adventure. Jordan seeks healing in Neva...
- Pages
- 329
- Format
- Kindle Edition
- Published
- 2020-06-29
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John A. Heldt
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John A. Heldt is the author of twenty-six bestselling time-travel novels. The former reference librarian and award-winning sportswriter has loved getting subjects and verbs to agree since writing book reports in grade school. A graduate of the University of Oregon and the University of Iowa, Heldt is an avid fisherman,...
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C.E. Clayton·3 years ago
“The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)” is the second of five books in the Time Box series, and yes, you absolutely need to read them in order. No, they aren't standalone stories. In this installment, the Lanes are in hiding, running from the billionaire who wants them dead for stealing two of his time machines. Their theft was meant to prevent him from meddling with the past and altering war outcomes to favor the losing side. Now, Robert Devereux could still do just that, since he possesses his own ...
Liz Hatcher·4 years ago
Another fantastic time travel novel by John A. Heldt. What can I say? He's a truly gifted writer who keeps you hooked with his characters, settings, and time-bending adventures. I've already started "The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)", the second book in the Time Box series. Keep up the amazing work, Mr. Heldt! If you're looking for engaging time travel books, you can't go wrong with John A. Heldt.
Stephanie·4 years ago
Fresh off a narrow escape from 1865 with a relentless assassin hot on their heels, the Lane family decides to try their luck in 1893 Chicago during the World's Columbian Exposition. Their hope is to outsmart their hunter, at least for the time being, and maybe even discover a time period where they can finally settle down. Parents Mark and Mary venture out to explore the fair, eager to see what opportunities might arise. Meanwhile, siblings Jeremy, Laura, and Ashley look to the fair for fun and ...
Rose Auburn·5 years ago
"The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)" is the second book in the Time Box Series by John A. Heldt. The Lanes, a family of six, are travelling through time with two machines that Mark Lane’s maniac ex-boss, Robert Devereaux, desperately wants back. He'll stop at nothing to retrieve them and kill the Lane family. Aided by one working time box, Robert sends hitman Silas Bain back to find them. However, the Lanes have managed to evade Silas and are beginning to put down roots in 1890s Chicago... but for...
Leslie aka StoreyBook Reviews·5 years ago
This book picks up right where *The Lane Betrayal* left off. The Lane family has time-traveled to 1893 and decided to make Chicago their destination, arriving just in time to attend *The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)*, also known as The World's Fair. The sites and exhibits sound absolutely amazing – what a fantastic way to learn about different parts of the world, long before the internet existed! Plus, you could touch, feel, and taste everything on offer.
*The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)* real...
Energy Rae·5 years ago
In *The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)*, the second installment in the Time Box series, we see significant changes for the Lane family. Jordan is still grappling with a major loss, but a chance encounter on a train introduces him to Jessie, and he's instantly captivated. He's torn between the need to heal and his growing attraction, creating internal conflict. Jeremy, the restless son, also has his eye on someone, but he knows he must keep his distance because she's engaged – it simply wouldn't be...
Rosie Amber·5 years ago
The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2) is the second installment in John A. Heldt's historical time-travel series, Time Box. Book one introduced us to Mark Lane and his family, who journeyed back in time to escape a business partner intending to misuse the time machines for unethical purposes. Mark’s enraged partner dispatched an assassin after the Lanes, and this book continues their chase through history. If you are into time travel book reviews, this might be for you.Following a nail-biting escape ...
Sandy S·5 years ago
4.5 stars--"The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)" is the second installment in John A. Heldt’s Time Box time travel series, focusing on the Lane family. While "The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)" can be read as a standalone novel, I highly recommend reading the series in order to fully appreciate the backstory and history, as there's a common thread and continuing premise throughout.
SOME BACKGROUND: After creating two time machines in 2021, known as the Time Box, patriarch Mark Lane discovers his bu...
Dianne·5 years ago
Once again, we step back in time and share the highs and lows of the Lane family as their time travel adventures bring danger, joy, heartache, and the thrill of living what we can only read about.
Get ready for John A. Heldt to create a past that feels as if we are right there in *The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2)*, walking the streets of the late nineteenth century, feeling the thrills of a simpler and more innocent time that is not without its own set of perils. As Mark manages to keep his fam...
Donadee's Corner·5 years ago
John Heldt – Time Box Bk 2 – The Fair (Time Box Saga, Book 2) – Reviewed 6/29/20 – Read 6/26-27/20
A killer on their tail, surviving heartbreak, first love, Virginia City, and the Chicago’s World Fair...
Mark and Mary Lane used the time box to transport their family, in their attempt to get away from Silas Bain. The killer that Mark’s ex-partner Robert Devereux sent to dispose of them and retrieve the time boxes. It went well; they made a false stop to cover their path, and then a quick jump ...




