Wyndano’s Cloak is chock full of everything a great fantasy novel needs; dashing young men, adventures galore, treachery, love and intrigue. The best part in my opinion, is that it isn’t the male characters who save the day but rather the two very strong female protagonists who are battling to save the kingdom from the evil that came from within and from outside.
Set in the magical Kingdom of Aerdem, we meet Princess Jen, the main character who is strong willed, determined and smart. She is forewarned of a terrible event that is going to happen, but only receives snatches of the whispered warning. She must figure out what is going to happen and prevent it in time.
Through her adventure we meet other characters; shy but brave Bit who is engaged to the Prince, other members of the royal family of Aerdem and we travel to the “plain world”.
By using two plot lines that meet and culminate wonderfully at the end, A.R. Silverberry weaves a magical tale that has you seamlessly bouncing between the two stories, excitedly wondering when and how they shall intertwine and resolve.
I highly recommend this book for pre-teens and young adults, it’s an excellent foray into the genre of fantasy books. The fact that there are two strong, capable female main characters makes it exceptionally appropriate for girls this age.
This book has won the following accolades:
2010 National Indie Excellence Awards
Award-Winning Finalist in Young Adult Fiction
Award-Winning Finalist in Adventure
Winner in Children’s Cover Design
2010 International Book Awards
Award-Winning Finalist for Young Adult Fiction
Award-Winning Finalist for Best Interior Design
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Page Count: 424 pages
Publisher: Tree Tunnel Press (March 15, 2010)
About the Author: A. R. Silverberry holds a BA in music and a PhD in psychology. Feeling the call of a creative life, he’s a watercolorist, pianist, and composer. He’s been dreaming up stories since childhood. Stay tuned for two novels in the pipeline, including a sequel to Wyndano’s Cloak. Visit his website at www.arsilverberry.com
Karlynn,
Thank you for the wonderful review. These are the times an author hopes and dreams for!
To update, I'm pleased to announce that Wyndano's Cloak won the Gold Medal in the 2010 Readers Favorite Awards, Preteen Category!
I look forward to following your book reviews, and other posts. The supermom.com rocks!
Best Wishes,
Peter Adler
Writing as A. R. Silverberry