reviews

YA review round up

Back to Books on Patricia Bow’s The Ruby Kingdom:

“The dialogue was realistic and the book was very well written. The plot was gripping and very exciting to see it unfold with a big surprise reveal[ed] towards the end…I thoroughly enjoyed this tale of fantasy, magic and other worlds.”

The Calgary Herald on Rhonda Batchelor’s She Loves You:

“Canadian Batchelor serves up a complex tale about a strong girl living among confused friends and judgmental bullying…

The book is a relaxing cultural-immersion into the late 1960s, revelling in the way art can tie us all together. But it is embedded with a harrowing truth that continues today: some friends and lovers won’t always be on your side.”

What If? Magazine on James Bow’s Fathom Five:

“James Bow turns reality into fantasy, as he creates an unusual, unique, intriguing, and magnificent world in Fathom Five…

[It] is a deep and intriguing book that captures your attention from the first sentence. It is full of suspense, thrills, and hidden truths. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys suspense and mystery books. Fathom Five teaches the reader a lesson about what is important in life, and how vital it is to cherish and love those around you.

Written by James Bow, an extraordinary author, Fathom Five is a memorable book that I truly enjoyed.”

Also, of new and noteworthy mention is the final installment of The Unwritten Books trilogy, The Young City, now available.

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