The Beginning

Thomas’s first book in the Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series sends siblings Peter, nine, and Mary, 10, traveling through time to witness the creation of all things, as described in the book of Genesis, after they find a powerful scroll. “It is good!” God’s voice booms after each step of creation, and the archangel Michael swoops in to help the children when they’re caught swimming in a sea without end. “You are the only people right now, so I don’t have much going on yet,” he tells them. While faithfully reflecting biblical accounts, Thomas injects magic and humor into the story, which continues in Race to the Ark, available simultaneously. Ages 6–9. (Aug.)