A wonderful, enjoyable adventure
936697
I literally couldn't take my hands off this book, unless I really had to.
Even though the theme of the book isn't very original, the author's take on how things may occur is capturing and intense.
The characters are very interesting and complex, and I'm looking forward for any sequels (or prequels...).
3781815
Beautifully and lovingly written, Jonathan's Journey appears to be about a young boy's quest to return to his home after finding himself lost in a magical, if somewhat frightening, world filled with unusual and intriguing people and creatures.  However, it is not just a story for children.  This is a novel that can be appreciated at any age.
While written in a simple and straightforward tone, Jonathan's story is far from simple. His journey across Mount Miapu can be read as a metaphor for the journey all people must travel when forced to choose between facing our fears, or taking what appears to be the safer, and easier, path.
Jonathan starts his journey as a normal boy who, like so many children his age, has a deep seated fear that he keeps a secret from most people. He thinks this fear rules his life and he allows it to limit him.  But, as he journeys through Mount Miapu, he learns about himself.  He learns what he is capable of doing and becoming. He learns about the kind of friend he can be and about how even the smallest among us can make a very big difference in the lives of others. He searches not only for a way home, but for a way to overcome his fear.  In the process, he finds his own true self.
Whether the reader is an adult or a child, this novel presents a charm and interest that grabs hold of you early on and does not let you go until the very last page.  It has enough excitement to keep an adult interested and enough magic to captivate a child's imagination.  The author throws in just enough social values and spiritual seeking to gently lead the reader to her own truth along the way.
All in all, this is a first rate read and worthy of the time spent to do so.
4821054
Lots of  depth and wisdom woven through this adventure, in the fight to save these children from the evil forces. A great way for a young person to learn some resolving conflict skills. without violence. I could picture the beautiful places  of mystery as if I was there and felt like I was on the adventure too- in saving the children and finding the crystal treasure.  I love the power of shape shifting and how this  brings an added layer to the story. I enjoyed the authors sense of humor. It was interesting to  highlight the morals as the author showed  the choice of doing the right thing or folding to the pressures of family. What  great fantasy book, a thoroughly enjoyable read. I know just who is getting this gift for Christmas.
3896992
I won this book on LibraryThing and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

It is a science fiction/fantasy space adventure with a hero and a young girl.

Some of the people on Nevermore are psi, and the Military Intelligence comes to take those children who have psi. Aisha is one, and one day she tries to help her parents who are part of an archeological team, and blows open a hill. Out of that hill comes a man--she has awakened someone that has been sleeping for over 6000 years. She calls him Rama. With her help, and the help of her aunt, Khalida, Rama tracks down what's left of his people.

This book is full of adventure, of jumping between universes (if there are more than ours), and the struggle of Aisha to grow up and mature. It deals with love, friendships, and promises kept.

I would recommend this book to those interested in space travel and adventure.
261678
This book is a wonderful trip into adventure.  I would recommend this to all ages, both boys and girls will like this book.
4213438
Maymon is an old-school pirate, relatively honorable and responsible, who was sent to certain death in a mutinuous rebellion.  Talos is an alien being from the future, able to time travel, sent back in time to recover a "bounty," (Maymon) and deliver him to a "buyer," who wants him for greedy and possibly other reasons.  When Talos and Maymon quickly establish a trust and regard for each other, and are met with unexpected dangers, both start to wonder why they are becoming so attached.  Two very different life forms from two different places, each who needs the other.  A classic story done with great flourishes of originality.  This is a joy to read.

Yes, there are sexual scenes, and even these are quite unique and wonderful, actually.  But the plot and the love story are the real "stars" of this book, as it should be, plus fascinating side characters and back-story, all drawn together wonderfully.

I highly recommend this book, to be read thoughtfully and with an open mind and heart.  It's a wonderful adventure and a wonderful love story.  Enjoy.
4940266
The Queen of Mariskantania is missing, and it is up to the hero, Sir Nathan to smite all the evil in the land and rescue
her. In this colorful adventure we travel with Sir Nathan across the land, past beautiful puffy Jubb Jubb trees, through
the Swamp Forest of Misery, past Mount Thunder and all the way to Flying Hills of Blort. This perilous journey is
wrought with danger as our hero must outsmart pixies, evil wizards, the mini Prestidigitator (who really thinks he's ten
feet tall) and baby giants. Through everything the Hero manages to overcome his challenges and in the end makes a
number of new friends.

This book is an enchanting tale of adventure and fun. I smiled the entire time I was reading it to the point that my
cheeks hurt. Author Mark Simon Smith has created an entertaining world for children and adults alike. There was a
number of laugh-out-loud moments and even a few places where I found myself holding my breath to find out what was
going to happen to our hero. In addition to the great descriptions and clever adventures that Sir Nathan experienced, I
think that readers have an opportunity to learn about overcoming obstacles, using your head to solve problems and
making new friends in the process -- lessons we can all use no matter our age or experience.

(This book was provided to Compulsion Reads for review by the author.)
2446327
I really enjoyed reading this!
Sarah's Spaceship Adventure is a wonderful book to read. I really enjoyed traveling through space with Sarah and Pall as they got to know each other. Sarah is a 19 year old girl, who prior to meeting Pall, probably (at least this is how I see her) was fairly shallow and just went with the flow. As Sarah and Pall interact, however, Sarah grows into the type of feisty character that I can never get enough of. Pall, while younger than Sarah, has the maturity of someone who is much older than he really is, and it was also fun to watch as Sarah taught him to losen up some. Add in the vocabulary of the hoop and space, which is never explained but written in a way that the reader has no problem keeping up, and Sarah's Spaceship Adventure is a delightful read for anyone who enjoys young adult fiction with a bit of feistiness. And, even if the characters didn't totally rock, I would totally read this book just to see what names Sarah comes up with for the ship, and to find out if the ship ever gets named... but if you want to know that you will have to read this awesome book for yourself.

Stuff I really enjoyed about this book-
The story itself was very enjoyable. Stan Morris does a wonderful job immersing you in this full universe that, as far as I know, is 99% made up in his head. He references Earth a few times, but it's this mystic/mythic Earth that may or may-not actually exist. Marl, the planet that Sarah comes from is well-described with it's two continents, as well as all the astroids visited in "the hoop" throughout the story. One can easily picture the surroundings, and the people that are encountered in this book. Another thing I loved about this book was the way that Stan Morris barely used any of our clichs. I say our cliches, because it is obvious that there are clichs used, they are just all clichs from this universe that he has created. Finally, I really, really enjoyed hearing Sarah's suggestions as to what to name the spaceship. When she boards Pall Swiftcar's spaceship, she asks him what he calls the ship, to which he says he and his shipmates refer to it as ship number three. So Sarah spends the book coming up with names for the ship, like "Zooming Zipper", "Fat Angel", and "Slow Boat"  among many others, all of which Pall immediately rejects.  I found this little recurring antic highly entertaining.
4274169
With decided cadence, delightful illustrations, and a great adventure, the story is perfectly pleasing for both children and their adult reading companions.
What a treat- I couldn't recommend it more!
4615281
A delightful adventure into another era, this is not just another time travel novel. Bravo ? Ms Bergen on creating an excellent set of characters and a thoroughly enjoyable read.
914433
In a world that requires sex, violence and thrills, "THE TWELVE", might seem tame, but it is an entertaining, delightful, enjoyable adventure into the world of Max Doff, who reminds me a bit of a Harry Potter character, unassuming, but called on for a great mission.
I am going to give this book to some of my young teen friends,and read it to my twelve year old nephew.
enjoy "The Twelve"
3083130
The adventure is not for the faint of heart. It is so well written, you become completely engrossed in the characters.
2838966
A great, enjoyable book! There's lots of intricacies and details about life on sea that really fascinated me and left me really interested in the hardships the Catalina faced. Esther is a believable protagonist and you're really rooting for her throughout. There's intrigue, action, and even some romance... what more could you want?
1869737
A delightful read, a fantasy of course.  Here is a man sentenced for a political "crime" to remain confined in a fine hotel.  Here he manages to live a full life, complete with a life-long lover, a daughter who grows up in his very room, and a cadre of loyal and fascinating companions.  By this "confinement," he avoids the trials of normal life.  In a way, it is an ideal existence.  Wouldn't we all go for this at some point? That said, it is truly a delight to escape nightly (for those of us who manage just a few pages before turning in) into this cloistered adventure. The book is beautifully written. On nearly every page there is a passage worth remembering (and in many ways a great intro into Rules of Civility, Mr. Towles' first published novel, which I enjoyed even more). Worth a second read.
225235
This is a wonderful, magical tale, about an ordinary man who gets pulled way out of his comfort zone, and into a mystical, magical world of fantastic beings and creatures.  This book has familiar archetypes and fantasies, mixed with completely original ideas, creating an epic adventure. I also bought the audio book version on Audible, and love to listen to the audio book in my car.
3181481
This book was a very enjoyable read and I can't wait to follow the adventure in the second book. The characters are well written and believable. A grand adventure sure to appeal to the 10-14 year old market, although fans of good, clean adventure tales will also enjoy it. Worth the price for afternoon or two of fun.
432717
I'm terrible at writing a reviews without giving away plot details so I will keep this review short and to the point. I loved it. Seriously. That's all you need to know. Sure the characters were both delightful and wonderful but what really matters was the plot. It captivated you and lead you on a joyous adventure through a unique one of a kind magical world. The story was well paced and never limped along or lost focus. The author clearly orchestrated a well written journey that anyone of any age could cheerfully enjoy.