The Tide Changers by Sandy Green Book Review

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Since his dad's disappearance in a scuba diving accidents three years earlier, thirteen-year-old Ford Kahr has avoided the water. Strange, since his older brother Jag is a swimming champion and his sister has an unexplained connection to the water.

When Jag swims to investigate the disappearing island, an accident forces Ford to leave behind his fears to save his brother. A shocking discovery about himself leads him to an surprising underwater discovery that helps him understand the legends of sea monsters and undersea people. However, it also leads to grave danger and tough choices for Ford and his sister, Mercy.

Author Sandy Green paints a clear picture of a realistic picture of an underwater fantasy world. What started slow ended up in an action paced adventure suitable for the middle grade reader ages 8-12. While The Tide Changers may appeal to the reluctant reader who likes shorter novels, the ending felt rushed, missing out on great potential. However, it did leave an opening for a sequel. Good to Recommended.

Publishing Information

• Publisher: Penumbra Publishing (Dec. 19, 2011)
• Pages: 136 paperback
• ISBN-10: 193556377
• ISBN-13: 978-193556377

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Vordak The Incomprehensible #3 Double Trouble: Book Review

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Muahahaha! It is with great evil pleasure that I tell you the nefarious Vordak the Incomprehensible is back. Try as you must to escape his lair, you'll be sucked into his sinister plan to rule the world.

Lucky for you, The Blue Buzzard challenges Vordak to enter a contest for evil villians and their sons. Instead of hatching his brilliant plan to rule the world, Vordak must find a way to produce a son and rise to the challenge.

When Vordak enlists the help of a cloning scientist name Fred, the comic style book takes a a turn from funny to hilarious. A string of accidents in the Cloning Chamber produce an army of scientists, all named Fred, who will have you splitting your sides with laughter. 

By drawing you, the reader, into his wicked world, Vordak,(ahem... I mean the author, Scott Seegert with the help of illustrator, John Martin) get it right in Double Trouble with their mix of comic style storytelling. The third book in the Vorkak The Incomprehensible Seriers is a definite must read for the comic book and humor lover. Highly recommended for ages 9-12. Just don't say I didn't warn you that the supervillian might be more fun to read about than the good guy.

Publishing Information:

• Publisher: Egmont, USA (Aug. 28 2012)
• Ages: 9 and up
• Pages: 192
• ISBN: 978-1-60684-372-7 & 978-1-60684-373-4

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Ouroboros Book Giveaway

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I am giving away my review copy of Ouroboros by Christopher Turkel, to one of my lucky readers.

To find out more about Ouroboros be sure to read my review. A good fantasy novel for the young adult.

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Ouroboros by Christopher Turkel Book Review

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When Thomas of Xueltion finds his father has been murdered, he vows to avenge his death.  He works at becoming a skilled assassin. However, he must use his ingenuity when he discovers his father's killer is one of the Prakani, a superhuman race who rules the land of Xuelition. 

When the government hires Thomas to recover bonds from an employee, his life becomes like the ancient ouroboros symbol, a never ending cycle that returns to where he started. In a surprise twist of events, Thomas receives a new challenge that will change the course of his life.

Author Christopher Turkel's dystopian future fantasy will delight the young adult fantasy fan. While the prologue initially distracts from the story placement, once the pieces fit together, the pacing picks up. Good for the fantasy minded reader who likes a quick read and easily connects to the main character.  Also good for the reader who looks forward to new books in a series.

Publishing Information

Publisher: Booktrope (June 2012)
Pages: 168
Ages: Young Adult 14 and up
ISBN: 978-1-935961-37-6


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