There is a Railroad Under the Ground?

Rupert never expected a trip to the library would send him back in time. After retrieving a mysterious old book, Ruperd, his sister Loretta and cousin John are pulled into the dangerous world of slavery and the Underground Railroad. Trapped on a plantation and hunted by slave catchers, the children must rely on courage, friendship, and the help of heroes like Thomas Garrett and Samuel D. Burris to find freedom—and a way back home.

Filled with danger, mystery, humor, and heart, this unforgettable time-travel adventure brings the courage of the Underground Railroad to life for a new generation of readers.