Can't get enough of survival stories? This one deserves a top spot in your pile!THE I ESCAPED SERIES DOESN'T JUST HOOK READERS -- IT CREATES THEM.What we do differently: We drop you straight into the most intense moment from page one, then backtrack to show how our characters got there - all while weaving in true facts that make you feel like you're aboard the train."A suspenseful survival series based on famous historical events. Verdict: excellent." - School Library JournalFifteen-year-old Sam is thrilled to be riding a rickety train on a family vacation in Egypt when a fire erupts in one of the cars. Smoke and sparks begin to spread, and Sam is shocked when the train picks up speed, racing into the dark night. In the panicked crowd, Sam is separated from his parents. He doesn't even speak the language - he's just a kid from Washington, DC! But his quick thinking and determination could be the key to stopping this out-of-control train.Jump into the 9th title in the bestselling I Escaped Series - with 19 gripping adventures to choose from and growing.Perfect for kids who love adventure - and parents who want them to actually finish a book.Bonus: Egyptian pyramids fact section, illustrations, and free study guide at scottpetersbooks.comNew to our series? Perfect timing to start anywhere. Already a fan? We wrote this one for you.