Secrets of the Twilight Djinn Series

When his mother goes missing, Max Daybreaker's world is turned upside down. Luckily, a crew of Spice Pirates, led by the mysterious Captain Cinn, help Max on his dangerous mission across the three seas. Along the way, an unlikely alliance aids in his search-a teenage warrior queen, a three-eyed seer, and an assassin spy. Their journey takes them through treacherous lands while facing shapeshifting bears, an ancient witch, harpies, and the nightmarish Djinn, who will stop at nothing to enslave the world. With every new challenge, Max unlocks the secrets of his unsettling past. Powers awaken within, forcing him to question everything he knows. Is Max who he thinks he is? Only time and destiny will tell... All-out action for all ages!   "Max and the Spice Thieves is the kind of book that the Young Adult genre is built for. Peragine has crafted an engaging, brand new tale with many elements that have made classics of the genre great, while still carving out space for itself as a new, fresh story. Max is a wonderfully engaging character built for older elementary and young middle school students, but never talks down to them and only lifts them up. I absolutely love the way literature inspires Max to greatness and how he leans upon stories he's read, and the plot is crafted in multiple complexities that challenge these young readers to pay close attention to an expansive, twisting adventure." Judge, 9th Annual Writer's Digest Self-Published E-Book Awards.    "With its focus on ragtag, skilled fighters and renegade sentiments, Max and the Spice Thieves is an entertaining island adventure." Foreword Magazine   "I would highly recommend Max and the Spice Thieves to fans of epic journeys, fierce battles, and all-out fantasy adventure. A cover to cover thrilling ride." Readers Favorite   "Middle grade to high school readers are in for a real treat in a swashbuckling fantasy that challenges Max's perceptions of himself and his former role beyond his life as the physically challenged son of a missing father. Max and the Spice Thieves is very highly recommended for kids who like their action fast paced and their plots replete with self-discoveries and satisfying twists." Midwest Book Review

  In the second book of Secrets of the Twilight Djinn, Max Daybreaker embarks on all new adventures. Max must battle a Kraken, ride a fire-breathing dragon, and defeat the evil djinn whose powers are growing every day. The stakes are high for Max as he tries to protect his friends from angry sea gods and a vengeful sultan while also saving his mom from a terrible curse! Max must reach the Isle of Sanctus using his unpredictable magic power and foes on all sides before time runs out.   Max and the Spice Thieves is the kind of book that the Young Adult genre is built for. Peragine has crafted an engaging, brand new tale with many elements that have made classics of the genre great, while still carving out space for itself as a new, fresh story. Max is a wonderfully engaging character built for older elementary and young middle school students, but never talks down to them and only lifts them up. I absolutely love the way literature inspires Max to greatness and how he leans upon stories he's read, and the plot is crafted in multiple complexities that challenge these young readers to pay close attention to an expansive, twisting adventure." Judge, 9th Annual Writer's Digest Self-Published E-Book Awards.    "With its focus on ragtag, skilled fighters and renegade sentiments, Max and the Spice Thieves is an entertaining island adventure." Foreword Magazine   "I would highly recommend Max and the Spice Thieves to fans of epic journeys, fierce battles, and all-out fantasy adventure. A cover to cover thrilling ride." Readers Favorite   "Middle grade to high school readers are in for a real treat in a swashbuckling fantasy that challenges Max's perceptions of himself and his former role beyond his life as the physically challenged son of a missing father. Max and the Spice Thieves is very highly recommended for kids who like their action fast paced and their plots replete with self-discoveries and satisfying twists." Midwest Book Review

  In this third installment of the Secrets of the Twilight Djinn series, Max Daybreaker finds himself stranded on the Isle of Sanctus. The Spice Pirate ship, the Saucy Pig, is broken and burnt, and Captain Cinn and his crew are marooned. Max begins school at the Academy of Elemental Magic, overseen by a powerful witch, Mistress Pandora. Max uncovers the dark secrets about the island with its ominous tower, The Citadel of Light, at its center. Max must trust his friends, both old and new, to survive the darkness invading his world, free his best friend Mesha, and escape the island before he is trapped there forever.

Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey as Max Daybreaker and his friends find themselves thrust into a realm of enchantment and peril. Max and Azura Kingdom takes readers on a thrilling adventure where puzzles, magic, and mythical creatures converge.   Max, known for his sharp intellect and unwavering determination, is faced with a daunting challenge within the ancient Citadel of Light. Little does he know that his quest will transport him and his companions to the fabled Azura Kingdom, a land brimming with untold wonders and treacherous secrets.   As they venture deeper into the kingdom, Max discovers that Azura is ruled by the awe-inspiring forces of magic and mighty dragons. Max and the Azura Kingdom weaves a tapestry of adventure, danger, and resilience. Join Max and his loyal companions as they unravel ancient puzzles, navigate the perils of Azura Kingdom, and confront the sinister forces vying for control. Will Max find a way back to home and triumph over the darkness threatening his world? Or will the Three Seas succumb to the shadows forever? The answers lie within the pages of this latest installment of The Secrets of the Twilight Djinn.