Betrayed by blood. Chosen by magic. Jack Mac Paidin is back-but his greatest enemy might be his own family.Jack Mac Paidin thought he'd finally found his place in the magical world. But when his older brother, Ethan, commits the ultimate betrayal, Jack is dragged through a portal and locked away in a mysterious, high-security mansion.Trapped and stripped of his freedom, Jack discovers he is a pawn in a much larger game-one involving ancient prophecies and enemies desperate to control his growing gifts. His only hope? A magical golden telescope and the voice of his long-lost grandmother reaching out from across time itself.To escape, Jack must navigate a web of family secrets, master his volatile powers, and survive a world of pirates, portals, and time-twisting adventure. But in a world where magic runs deep, the truth might be the most dangerous thing of all.Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson, The Land of Stories, and Artemis Fowl, this action-packed sequel features: PORTAL FANTASY: A thrilling race through time and hidden dimensions.SIBLING RIVALRY: A heart-wrenching betrayal that changes everything.FAST-PACED ACTION: High-stakes escapes and magical duels.GROWING POWERS: A young hero discovering what he's truly capable of.Will Jack unlock the secrets of the Stolen Heir, or will he be lost to the shadows of his family's past?