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Out of Time
Paperback
Series: Herman and Rusty, Book 1
Early ReadersGeneral Juvenile FictionReligion
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Feb 11 2026
Pages: 278
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.58 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
- A homemade time machine.
- A jealous TV weatherman.
- A trip to ancient Pompeii on the worst possible day.
Herman Somnambula, PhD, isn't your typical scientist. He dances to his own beat, wears a lab coat that's seen better days, and has just finished his most electrifying invention yet: a working time machine.
Unfortunately, someone else has plans for it.
When a burgundy-suited TV weatherman with a grudge shoves Herman and his unpredictable best friend Rusty through a swirling time portal, they land in ancient Pompeii on August 24, 79 AD. Mount Vesuvius is about to erupt.
Now Herman, Rusty, and their new friends must race against time to escape the doomed city before history catches up with them.
What parents are saying- The story and illustrations are so engaging. My oldest couldn't put it down. - Courtney, mom of 4
- I've genuinely loved reading this to my son. It's become something we look forward to each night, and that makes this book even more special to me. - Caleb, father and Children's Pastor
- Herman and Rusty - Out of Time is a fun children's book that combines adventure, faith, and a bit of history in a way that keeps kids engaged. Micheal Byrd, father and founder of Church Apps
Inside this adventure, you'll find
- Time travel to ancient Pompeii
- A race to escape a massive volcanic eruption
- Wild inventions and hilarious mishaps
- Courage, friendship, and forgiveness
- A clean, family-friendly story parents can trust
Perfect for readers who enjoy
- The Wingfeather Saga
- The Mysterious Benedict Society
- Adventures in Odyssey
Herman & Rusty: Out of Time is a fast-paced middle-grade adventure for readers ages 8-12 who love science, discovery, and imaginative stories full of humor and heart.
If your child enjoys exciting adventures, curious inventors, and stories that keep the pages turning, Herman and Rusty might just become their new favorite heroes.
Strap in, watch out for falling pumice, and grab your copy today.
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