A fun and creative adventure for young adults.
599032
A fun and creative read for young adults.  My 12 year old son and I enjoyed going on this adventure together:)
Agreed, DO NOT stare at the frog.  Enjoy!
1952524
This is a great read for young adults.  The characters are appealing and interesting and the disembodied "habitant", Bernadette, is both humorous and mysterious.
 Volume one left me wanting to know more about how the lives of the characters would unfold.
I'm looking forward to volume two.
2042362
While very definitely a young adult book, this is a fun, if quick read for an adult. It has pathos, humor and adventure in a very different alternate reality which almost borders on Neil Gaiman. Almost. The reluctant hero and his brave sister get lost in an underground surreality and become the saviours of themselves and the residents of this existence.

All I want to know is where I can get a talking bat ...
968664
I thought this was an enjoyable, simple adventure story. Main character was very likable. Young adults will enjoy.
3296151
Zachery and Jenna are having their usual morning breakfast when out of no where, shimmering appears in the air and their parents are gone. They've disappeared into thin shimmery air. Of course, just being young middle school children, they jump in after their parents.

Suddenly they find themselves in another world run by transparent people who don't seem to happy that they are there and try to convince them to leave their world. This is where the adventure begins, by jumping through portals to find their parents.

Since they are young children they find themselves making mistakes that seem so common sense, and then regretting their decision, but learning from it none the less. Each world they jump through they find new and interesting characters that become more and more dangerous.

Each encounter they fall into they learn something about overcoming prejudice, thinking more positively, loyalty, responsibility, and understanding others pain. In order to succeed in finding their parents they must use their cleverness and continue to be brave.

This reminds me of an old ninety's sit com where each episode ended in learning something vital that you can apply to your own life. The morals aren't shoved in your face quite as much, but they definitely get the point across.

This was a great book that mixes science fiction and fantasy for middle aged children. Richards has many twists and turns throughout this book which definitely kept me on my toes, guessing what was going to happen next. I highly recommend this to children ten and older. I'd rate this a 4/5.
2411522
Mainly for young adult readers (I'd say between 10 and 15yo) this is actually pretty well written. To say we don't know all that much about the brain, Mundell and Lacast have certainly made it a fun and outgoing novel with a very relatable young person in the centre of the thrall.

Bernard is a bit of an outsider in school, and after getting suspended, he ends up at his dad's research facility, where he gets sucked in by a wormhole and he ends up in his dad's brain. Upon meeting the alien civilisation that call his dad's brain home, Bernard must fight to bring both sides of his dad's warring brain back together again by finding a way to get the flow of energy moving through the entirety of the brain, rather than one side keeping the energy all to itself.

A very brisk and fast paced novel that I would definitely recommend to all those with young adult children.
2816292
A rollicking novel of intrigue in the historical setting of a seaside town where a young man is set on a course of adventure all because of an incident with the wrong person.  Adam grew up in the local tavern where his mother worked.  It was a simple life and he was content until he was forced to take on an apprenticeship.  He ends up working for a local shipping merchant having no inkling that this will lead to more adventure than he'd ever wished for.  A fun read, suitable for young adult readers.
484071
This latest offering by the imaginative author Fred Yager is a terrific yarn that is certain to entertain young adults aged 13 and older and their parents as well. From the start, when a young protagonist becomes horrifyingly entrapped within the pixilated universe of a computer game, it moves boundlessly forward through a series of nifty plot turns that produce more than just a few surprises. What's special is that one is also confronted with ideas that make one wonder and issues that make one think.

Related in a vernacular that is sure to appeal to young men, it also taps into their energy and singular resourcefullness, always treating them seriously. As a father of two energetic teenagers, it's clear where Yager's inspiration comes from. It's the kind of book that will make reading a treat for sons and daughters and, when parents read it too, much food for conversation between parents and their youngsters.

The less said about the plot the better for your entertainment. You're in for a wild ride!
2840752
I really enjoyed reading this adventure story.  It is inspiring to know that there are young adults today that are willing to push themselves to their limits and follow wild, crazy dreams.  Sean and Colton accomplished something amazing.  Read this book to follow them on their journey as they face rapids, hunger, boredom, fear, and the unknown.
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I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.

This is a fantastic young adult adventure! I loved it!

Prince Gavin is the youngest son of King Wallace. He is a Page in his father's household, and in training to be a Squire. I liked this enterprising young man. He may only be eleven, but I found him to be brave and courageous.

Philip is a hard working young teen. Being an orphan, he feels very lonely at times, but his friendship with Prince Gavin and Bryan, the Blacksmith's apprentice, helps. I liked him too, but he has a secret that could change things between the three.

Bryan is a strapping young man, who is not sure if he wants to continue to be a Blacksmith's apprentice. I liked this young man too. He is quite the swordsman, and braver than he realises.

This is a fantastic young adult adventure for children aged 7 to 14. Set in Wales, the tale takes the reader on exciting adventure. The story is told through the eyes of Prince Gavin, Philip and Bryan. Each character is very lifelike and likable. They are very well developed and I felt like, even though they were from a different time, they would fit in well with today's youngsters. They are faced with a difficult challenge; to find the real murderer, and thief of the King's Ransom, a special medallion that belonged to Gavin's father. There is danger and adventure aplenty and there are a few twists and turns that kept me hooked. The author actually put in a huge twist near the end that made me gasp - I sure didn't see that scene coming! I actually sat in shock for a few moments. In fact, there are two secret identities revealed in this story that I would never have guessed in a month of Sunday's! I do wish the story had been a little longer, but as this book is aimed at a younger reader with a shorter attention span, I can understand why it was not. That being said, I thoroughly enjoyed the story from start to finish, and read it in one sitting.

Cheryl Carpinello has written a fantastic Young Adult Action/Adventure. I loved her writing style, which was fast paced enough to keep even the most fidgety youngster's rapt attention, and the flow was wonderful. I would definitely read more of this authors books in the future.

I highly recommend this book to youngsters aged 6 to 8 as a bedtime story, 7 to 10 years as a read along (depending on reading ability) and 10 to 14 years as a read alone. I also recommend this book to adults who love younger YA Fantasy, or books containing Arthurian legends. - Lynn Worton
1522827
How fun to discover a fantasy that is enjoyable and engaging for me as an adult, while at the same time being appropriate to share with my young teens. I enjoyed the varying perspectives of the 4 main characters.  I also really liked that "the bad guy" was one of the main characters instead of just a vague and mysterious enemy who never lets you inside his head. I'm intrigued by the whole realm of magical creatures and their relationship with humans. Looking forward to seeing how the plot (and the relationships) develop in the rest of the series!
4771803
Let me start by saying this was a wonderful read. It is a young adult book with just enough class to be enjoyable by someone older. The characters are easy to love as any good kid would be, and the adults are just oddball enough to keep you guessing. Scott builds a believable world quickly and carefully. Just enough details are given that you can explore the town in your head with ease. A Truly enjoyable experience.
998738
An adventure for young adults that enjoy historical fiction laced with twists.  Plot well done for those who enjoy mystery.
4885774
Glory is a fun, quick read that takes you in some unexpected directions. In the beginning, the young protagonist has a lot to learn about the world, and as she learns some hard lessons, she grows up fast. The action sequences leave a bit to be desired, but it's made up for by the internal journey of the main character. Teens and young adults will love this book!
2169856
I have a young daughter, and it is inspiring to see the growing rise of girl protagonists in the fantasy genre for youth.  Go, Ambril!  An engaging tale of mystery, magic, and adventure, which definitely captures the imagination of the young audience it is intened to reach.  Colorful characters, strange and creative names and places, dramatic imagery, danger, a mystic journey full of surprises. Watch out, Harry Potter!  Here comes Ambril.  Looking forward to Book two.
337347
Fun adventure story I think teens and tweens will love. A family spending a day at the beach, opens a treasure chest and the transformation begins when they grow tails and join the mermaids on a grand journey. This is just book one and I think a lot of fun and adventure are ahead. This is a great idea and the author has done a good job with what looks to be a great series.
2551063
A really fun YA adventure book.  Amulet Keepers follows Alex and Ren as they travel to England to try to find the latest Death Walker to surface -- and find Alex' mother as well, they hope.  The characters are engaging and smart, the plot is tight and fast-paced; this is the second in a great young adult series that will get kids of all ages reading.  The online components are also well-done and contribute well to the whole Tombquest Universe.