I’m thrilled to share with you that The Thief of Time received an editor’s pick for its first trade review. We are over the moon!
“Epic, heart-filled library fantasy-adventure that will inspire and delight. With their delightfully epic middle grade adventure, Barnes, Parker, and Farley offer young readers a compelling portal into imagination and learning that will leave them hungry for more.” —Publishers Weekly Booklife Review
For the full stunning write-up, go here. Here are some lines we loved:
“From literary themed meals to the poet Homer as a dorm-mate—they still must contend with the growing pains faced by young adults everywhere: bullying, imposter syndrome, self-esteem issues, homesickness and fear, all handled with sensitivity. Filled with heart-pounding action and page-turning suspense as a mysterious package points to a traitor within the Library’s ranks, the novel’s unique three-part voice allows readers to fully immerse themselves and identify with the characters. All three protagonists blend harmoniously with each other, bonded first in friendship, then with a common cause. Plentiful life-lesson reminders, such as overcoming fear, perseverance and resilience, are presented in an age-appropriate, organic manner.”
Takeaway: Epic, heart-filled library fantasy-adventure that will inspire and delight.
Comparable Titles: Raymond Arroyo’s Will Wilder series, M.A. Larson’s Pennyroyal Academy series
Production grades:
Cover: A
Design and typography: A
Editing: A
Marketing copy: A
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