Jade Dreams
Twelve year old Karen is having vivid dreams that feel more like memories. After her parents go missing, Karen does her best to take care of her six year old brother, Timmy, while they stay with her busy Aunt Sarah, but Timmy is kidnapped to the Shadow Realm while Aunt Sarah is on a business trip.
Joey looks to be about thirteen. He has fiery red hair and a temper to match but no memory of who he is or where he came from.
Fourteen year old Mike has a legendary swordsman for a grandfather and a past that he doesn't want to talk about.
As the meaning of Karen's dreams becomes clear, the three of them must join together to help Karen master the first Sword Spirit and rescue Timmy from the Shadow Realm. If they can just keep from killing each other first
*****
Jade Dreams is a 33,000 word middle grade fantasy that uses anime, martial arts and magic to explore the ideas of multiculturalism, spirituality and identity.
Joey looks to be about thirteen. He has fiery red hair and a temper to match but no memory of who he is or where he came from.
Fourteen year old Mike has a legendary swordsman for a grandfather and a past that he doesn't want to talk about.
As the meaning of Karen's dreams becomes clear, the three of them must join together to help Karen master the first Sword Spirit and rescue Timmy from the Shadow Realm. If they can just keep from killing each other first
*****
Jade Dreams is a 33,000 word middle grade fantasy that uses anime, martial arts and magic to explore the ideas of multiculturalism, spirituality and identity.
The reviews are in!
Shalini Boland author of HIDDEN (Marchwood Vampire Series) says:
Beautiful writing and great atmosphere make up this wonderful young adult tale. The sibling relationship between [Karen] and Timmy is superb and the pacing is excellent. For anyone who's into anime/martial arts, there's a treat in store here, but even if you don't know your Kendo from your Jiu jitsu, this is a gem of a story.
Glenn Skinner author of The Keya Quests had this to say:
This is a well written albeit too short for me (I want more!) story. The pace is fast and compelling. it is a wonderful glimpse into a world of virtue and honor. For the anime/martial arts fan, I am sure they will find it entertaining. I have very few complaints with the story, I'm not a fan of shifting perspectives in a story especially as it is moving toward a climax, but that is just my personal quirk and I thought the author handled it well. This is the first book in the sacred stone series and I impatiently wait for the next in the series. I highly recommend this book.
I give Jade dreams 4.5 stars. Unfortunately, Goodreads does not give the option of a half star, so I list this as a 4 but note It is worth another half star.
Beautiful writing and great atmosphere make up this wonderful young adult tale. The sibling relationship between [Karen] and Timmy is superb and the pacing is excellent. For anyone who's into anime/martial arts, there's a treat in store here, but even if you don't know your Kendo from your Jiu jitsu, this is a gem of a story.
Glenn Skinner author of The Keya Quests had this to say:
This is a well written albeit too short for me (I want more!) story. The pace is fast and compelling. it is a wonderful glimpse into a world of virtue and honor. For the anime/martial arts fan, I am sure they will find it entertaining. I have very few complaints with the story, I'm not a fan of shifting perspectives in a story especially as it is moving toward a climax, but that is just my personal quirk and I thought the author handled it well. This is the first book in the sacred stone series and I impatiently wait for the next in the series. I highly recommend this book.
I give Jade dreams 4.5 stars. Unfortunately, Goodreads does not give the option of a half star, so I list this as a 4 but note It is worth another half star.
