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In this humorous installment of the Time Warp Trio, Joe, Sam, and Fred accidentally trigger a time-travel spell by repeatedly saying "Thursday" near a strange, magical book. The spell catapults them to the Viking era, where they must navigate the challenges of a fierce seafaring culture while trying to find a way back home. Along the way, they encounter Viking ships, fierce battles, and playful moments that blend historical adventure with the trio’s trademark wit.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Jon Scieszka
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