The Artifact Hunters

A young Jewish refugee. A mysterious Scottish castle. A dangerous magical secret that could change the course of World War II.

In 1942, as the Nazis tighten their grip on Europe, young Isaac Wolf is forced to flee his home in Prague. His parents have entrusted him with a mysterious magical artifact and sent him on a perilous journey to Scotland, where they promise he will find safety. But Isaac has no idea that his family has guarded powerful secrets for generations—or that something terrifying is hunting him.

When Isaac arrives at Rookskill Castle, he discovers a place unlike any other. Hidden within its ancient walls are children with extraordinary abilities, mysterious magical objects, and secrets that stretch back through centuries. Among the children are Kat and Amelie Bateson, survivors of the castle's earlier horrors, who are learning to use their remarkable gifts to help the Allied war effort.

But Isaac's arrival brings new danger. A ruthless enemy from the dark world of the fae is searching for powerful magical artifacts, and Isaac may hold the key to something far more important than he realizes. As sinister creatures close in and the boundaries of time begin to shift, Isaac must unravel the mysteries of his family's past, master his own emerging powers, and decide whom he can trust.

With the fate of his friends—and perhaps the future itself—at stake, Isaac faces a terrible temptation: the chance to wield extraordinary power against the evil threatening his world. But the greatest magic may lie not in the artifacts he protects, but in the courage to choose what is right over what is easy.

From award-winning author Janet Fox, The Artifact Hunters is a spellbinding middle grade historical fantasy that combines World War II history, Jewish refugee experiences, Scottish folklore, time travel, and supernatural adventure.

A companion novel to The Charmed Children of Rookskill Castle, this atmospheric fantasy adventure explores friendship, loyalty, sacrifice, and the power of ordinary children to confront extraordinary evil. Perfect for readers ages 10–14 who love mysterious castles, ancient magical objects, courageous young heroes, and stories in which history and fantasy collide.

Some secrets are worth protecting. Some powers are too dangerous to possess. And some heroes must discover that saving the world begins with making the right choice.