{"product_id":"caught-9781416989820","title":"Caught","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Missing Series Book 5: Caught\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJonah and Katherine face their most challenging mission yet in this fifth installment of Margaret Peterson Haddix's \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling The Missing series. When they learn their next assignment involves returning Albert Einstein's daughter to history, they're convinced it's a mistake—everyone knows Einstein only had sons. But history holds secrets even time travelers don't expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Mystery Hidden in History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlbert Einstein really did have a daughter. Lieserl Einstein was born in 1902, and her birth and subsequent disappearance became one of history's most intriguing mysteries. Historical records suggest she died of scarlet fever as an infant, but the truth is far more complicated. When Jonah and Katherine travel back to the early 1900s to restore the timeline, they discover that fixing history won't be as straightforward as their previous missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAn Unexpected Adversary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe real challenge comes from an unexpected source: Lieserl's mother, Mileva Einstein. As Jonah and Katherine work to complete their mission, they realize that Mileva understands far too much about time travel and their true purpose. Her knowledge threatens everything they're trying to accomplish, and she has one clear intention—she will not let her daughter disappear from history. This creates a moral dilemma that tests both young time travelers as they navigate the consequences of changing the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAward-Winning Historical Science Fiction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMargaret Peterson Haddix masterfully blends historical facts with science fiction adventure in this hardcover edition. The story takes readers to Europe during the 1900-1919 period, bringing to life the world of one of history's most famous scientists while exploring themes of family, sacrifice, and the weight of historical truth. The narrative combines educational elements about Albert Einstein's lesser-known family history with the pulse-pounding action that has made The Missing series a favorite among middle grade readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Young Readers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for ages 9-12, \u003ci\u003eCaught\u003c\/i\u003e delivers mystery, adventure, and thought-provoking questions about history and choice. The strong female characters, including both Katherine and Mileva Einstein, provide compelling role models for readers. This installment stands as both an exciting continuation of the series and an accessible entry point for new readers curious about time travel adventures grounded in real historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/b\u003e Margaret Peterson Haddix is the author of many critically and popularly acclaimed YA and middle grade novels, including the Children of Exile series, The Missing series, the Under Their Skin series, and the Shadow Children series. A graduate of Miami University (of Ohio), she worked for several years as a reporter for \u003ci\u003eThe Indianapolis News\u003c\/i\u003e. She also taught at the Danville (Illinois) Area Community College. She lives with her family in Columbus, Ohio. Visit her at HaddixBooks.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680879808786,"sku":"9781416989820","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_eca508ad-b900-4b7c-8605-7d7573a5f3d9.jpg?v=1737241157","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/caught-9781416989820","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}