![]() Louis, Missouri's PGAV Architects, Journey to Atlantis opened in early 1998 to thrill seekers and has remained a true hit for SeaWorld. And what could be a more appropriate first major thrillride for a park like SeaWorld than an aqua-based flume-type ride? Take that, mix it with a steel coaster and a dark ride, add major theming, and you've got Journey to Atlantis, the Orlando park's and German manufacturer Mack's own version of a 'watercoaster' hybrid. It takes us beyond the premise of the first book, but does not act ONLY as a bridge to the third book.Orlando, Florida's SeaWorld park had attracted visitors from all parts of the country since originally opening with oceanic exhibits and sea-life attractions to draw in the guests, but as the central Florida ride wars of the late 1990s had close competitors like Disney World planning major rides and Universal preparing to open up an entire new landscape of thrills with Islands of Adventure, SeaWorld needed its own claim to fame for thrillseekers. “This is a great second book in a series. ![]() Highly recommend it even for the reluctant reader!” “Roy has skillfully blended the mythology and legends of ancient civilizations with geographical accuracy so that a reader could actually plot out Albert’s voyage on a map. Roy creates a wonderful tale that is sure to delight any child, while teaching them a valuable lesson or two. Al is a very insightful and curious lead character. “If you’re looking for an underwater adventure that completely delivers, Journey to Atlantis is definitely worth the read.” “Philip Roy’s confident, refreshing Journey to Atlantis avoids the tendency now to write such stories as complicated grand narratives set in magical secondary worlds, and provides a lean, linear, episodic tale has an odd credibility about it, and appealing characters: as for whether it is a ‘boys’ book,’ it seems more a mostly male world that doesn’t preclude female participation or readership.” “Roy has crafted an adventure tale that readers will relish.It is an altogether charming read that will capture the imagination of any young reader who has ever dreamt of exploring the world.” Beyond its practical applications, Journey to Atlantis is really interesting! 4 out of 4.” Journey to Atlantis would be useful in the classroom, especially when read along with a geography or social studies unit on modern ocean travel, the Mediterranean area, or ancient Minoan society. “A truly enjoyable tale of bravery, friendship, and exploration … Roy covers a neatly fused set of events and topics in an informative and non-didactic way. Johansen, author of the Warlocks of Talverdin series ![]() The story plunges from one tense moment to another yet still has time for fun, for thoughtfulness, and for wonder at the world above and below the sea.” Al’s a rare thing these days, an intelligent hero driven by intellectual curiosity a courageous hero in the face of both physical danger and ethical choices a hero we’d all want to be. “ Journey to Atlantis kept me biting my nails as Al and his crew of dog and seagull tackled peril after peril.
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