Will Captives Hold You Captive?

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One choice could destroy them all.

When eighteen-year-old Levi returned from Denver City with his latest scavenged finds, he never imagined he’d find his village of Glenrock decimated, loved ones killed, and many—including his fiancée, Jem—taken captive. Now alone, Levi is determined to rescue what remains of his people, even if it means entering the Safe Lands, a walled city that seems anything but safe.

Omar knows he betrayed his brother by sending him away, but helping the enforcers was necessary. Living off the land and clinging to an outdated religion holds his village back. The Safe Lands has protected people since the plague decimated the world generations ago … and its rulers have promised power and wealth beyond Omar’s dreams.

Meanwhile, their brother Mason has been granted a position inside the Safe Lands, and may be able to use his captivity to save not only the people of his village, but also possibly find a cure for the virus that threatens everyone within the Safe Lands’ walls. Will Mason uncover the truth hidden behind the Safe Lands’ façade before it’s too late?

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Ok first off I would like to thank Zondervan for the review copy!  This was a wonderful book that if you read it.  You will be screaming by the end because it ends on such a cliff hanger you will want to die until you can get a hold of book 2.  This book will force you to deal with emotions that you hope you will never have to deal  with outside of reading.  I must say that fans of The Hunger Games will love this one as did I.  I cant wait for book 2 and hope that all of you enter my giveaway for the ARC that I was sent. 

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Will Captives Hold You Captive?

Posted by : Crossroad Reviews

Date :Thursday, April 25, 2013

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Tag : 5 stars, Jill Williamson, Teen, Zondervan

Merlin's Blade Will Strike You Through The Heart!

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A strange meteorite. 
A deadly enchantment. 
And only Merlin can destroy it. 

A meteorite brings a mysterious black stone whose sinister power ensnares everyone except Merlin, the blind son of a swordsmith. Soon, all of Britain will be under its power, and he must destroy the stone—or die trying.

Where to get Merlin’s Blade

You should now be able to buy the novel worldwide … here are a few links to help out:

In the U.S.A.:

• Merlin’s Blade at Amazon
• Merlin’s Blade at Barnes & Noble
Merlin’s Blade at ChristianBook.com
• Merlin’s Blade at Books A Million

Internationally:

• Merlin’s Blade in the UK at Waterstones
  Merlin’s Blade in the UK at Eden.co.UK
• Merlin’s Blade in Canada at Amazon
• Merlin’s Blade in Australia at AngusRobertson.com.AU

And you’ll find it in most other countries as well … including Japan, Germany, France, South Africa, the Czech Republic, and many, many more.

>>> Click here to read a sample chapter <<<

This is a new take on the entire Merlin story.  Treskillard take the old myth and creates a new story that really makes you see the story of this wonderful character.  The tale of King Arthur and Merlin is one that has been told over centuries.  From movies like First Knight to books and tv shows like The Mysts of Avalon.  This is a tale that will always be close to our hearts.  The fight between good and evil takes on a new twist as Treskillard adds meteors and a half blind Merlin whom is now the son of a blacksmith.  This book is an epic adventure that will leave you wanting more!

I would recommend this book to those who both love and don't love Christian fiction.  It would be a great book for boys ages 13 and up. 

Merlin's Blade Will Strike You Through The Heart!

Posted by : Crossroad Reviews

Date :Wednesday, April 24, 2013

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Tag : 5 stars, Robert Treskillard, Teen, Zondervan

Will You Be BACK BEFORE DARK?

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Praise for Code of Silence: 'Deliberate, plausible, and gritty whodunit.' --Booklist Starred Review Taken! A detour through the park leads Cooper, Gordy, Hiro, and Lunk straight into a trap, and Gordy is abducted! For the kidnapper, it's all a game, a way to settle an old score, with no one getting hurt. But evil has a way of escalating, and once his identity is discovered, the rules change. Despite the best of police efforts, the hours tick by without a clue or a ransom call, leaving everyone to their own fears. Gordy is gone. Cooper descends deeper into a living nightmare, imagining the worst for his best friend and cousin. Hours stretch into days, and talks of a memorial service begin to surface. But Cooper still feels his cousin is alive and develops a reckless plan, changing all the rules. Now the one who set out to rescue his friend needs to be rescued himself. Sometimes rescuing a friend from darkness means going in after them.

About the Author

Tim Shoemaker is a speaker and author of eight books, including Dangerous Devotions for Guys; Smashed Tomatoes, Bottle Rockets, and Other Outdoor Devotionals; Mashed Potatoes, Paint Balls, and Other Indoor/Outdoor Devotionals. He has three grown sons and has been happily married for over thirty-two years. Tim actively serves in his church and continues to volunteer with youth ministry. Visit www.TimShoemakerSmashedTomatoes.com to learn more.

I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book. Again I didn't realize that this was a book 2 but I think I did pretty well even though I haven't read Code of Silence. So this one is about the same cast and crew from Code of Silence.  They ride their bikes through the park one day and see a van with a backpack on the roof. Well Gordy tries to get the drivers attention and is kidnapped by the man in the van.  Cooper calls 911 and isn't sure he remembered the right license plate.  I kinda give him credit of getting the plate number to begin with.  This book was great.  It was face paced as something is always happening. It has adventure, fear, and these kids are just so strong to find their friend when it seems that the police wont be able to.  Its an edge of your seat thrill ride that will keep you coming back for more. 

Suspense fiction for 8-13-year-old middle school readers.

Will You Be BACK BEFORE DARK?

Posted by : Crossroad Reviews

Date :Saturday, April 20, 2013

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Tag : 5 stars, Middle School, Owl Night Reviews, Tim Shoemaker, Zondervan