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by Chafic Saneh (Author)
A boy. A glowing ball. A doorway into time.
The Boy and the Magical Ball introduces readers to a world where destiny, courage, and the hidden laws of the universe collide. When young Zane stumbles upon a mysterious ball pulsing with impossible light, he feels an instant connection he can't explain. What begins as a strange moment in Detroit quickly becomes the spark that awakens a force woven through timelines, memory, and the unspoken truths of who we really are.
As Zane follows the pull of the ball, he discovers that every choice echoes across realities. Moments repeat. Signs reappear. The past calls out from behind a glowing doorway, urging him to face a version of himself he has never met. Guided only by instinct, courage, and the energy of the ball in his hands, he steps into the Chronicle Universe - a realm where time bends, symbols speak, and ordinary kids become part of an extraordinary design.
For readers who love stories filled with hidden meaning, magical realism, and emotional depth, this novel blends mystery, heart, and adventure into a journey that feels both intimate and cosmic. Every chapter uncovers a clue. Every moment reveals a connection. And every challenge pushes Zane closer to unlocking a cipher that ties family, destiny, and the power of belief into one unfolding truth.
This first book in The Cipher Series is more than a story - it is the opening gateway to a universe. A map disguised as a narrative. A riddle that grows clearer the further you travel. It explores how our fears shape us, how our choices define us, and how courage can transform not only the present, but every version of ourselves stretched across time.
As Zane steps deeper into the Chronicle Universe, he must confront questions bigger than he ever imagined. What does it mean to be chosen? Why do certain people and moments repeat in our lives? And what happens when you finally meet the version of yourself you were always meant to become?
Perfect for young adult readers and fans of time-bending quests, emotional character journeys, and stories that blend the mystical with the real, The Boy and the Magical Ball invites readers to open their minds, follow the clues, and step into a world where the impossible feels within reach.
The Chronicle Universe begins here.
Do you dare to meet yourself?
