The Martian Emperor

In the thrilling second installment of The Chronological Man series, "The Martian Emperor," set in 1892 New York City, inventor and adventurer Smith must navigate a perilous landscape when a giant airship threatens destruction unless the world submits to Martian dominion. Accompanied by his brilliant assistant, April Malone, they delve into the underbelly of the city, from Chinatown's fan-tan parlors to the heights of the Statue of Liberty, unraveling clues while evading danger. To thwart this extraterrestrial menace, they'll seek assistance from historical figures like Theodore Roosevelt, all amid a brewing war and intricate Tammany Hall politics.