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Palmetto Associate
Jul 3, 2025
Oct 30, 2025
Julia McKenna
PO ID
PO-14543
Book 2: Marie Curie’s Radiant Quest
Dr. K’s Portal Through Time
Author:
Dr. Katherine E. A. Korkidis
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Narrator
11,489
FIction
Children’s historical STEM fiction with time-travel and science fantasy elements
Female
Accents:
Neutral American English for narration and primary characters Polish/French accent for Marie Curie (authentic but clear for children) Optional soft Asian American accent for Dr. Liu Dr. K to have an authoritative yet nurturing tone
Voice tone:
Warm, clear, intelligent, expressive. Not overly theatrical but engaging.
Performance:
Dramatic and dynamic storytelling with educational clarity (Engaging but not overly theatrical).
Should capture the wonder of science and history while being accessible to middle-grade listeners.
SUMMARY
Jennifer and her younger brother Daniel embark on another adventure through the magical time portal hidden in Jennifer’s closet. Guided by Dr. K, they journey to early 20th-century Paris to meet Madame Curie. There, they explore Curie’s groundbreaking discoveries in radioactivity, her inspiring resilience, and her humanitarian work during World War I. Through engaging dialogue and hands-on demonstrations, the children come to understand the profound legacy of Marie Curie and are inspired to become young scientists themselves.
NOTES
Please use narrator from book 1 - Anne Marie Lewis