Industry Reviews
"Readers of fantasy will savor this new series; the theme of good versus evil will satisfy those middle grade readers with an insatiable hunger for superhero kids . . . The dark, suspenseful plot will keep readers eager for sequels. Highly recommended." --School Library Connection"Simon Thorn is a hero worthy of a young Harry Potter, and readers are bound to be delighted." --Booklist Online"Carter unveils a magical world full of amazement and adventure . . . A thrill from start to finish, the book will have readers eager to return to the magical world of Simon Thorn." --Kirkus Reviews"Unique . . . unpredictable and entertaining . . . This title is likely to be popular with a whole zoo full of readers, and its ending leaves ample room for a sequel." --School Library Journal"Torn loyalties, talking animals, and a cleverly re-imagined New York -- the twists and turns of Simon Thorn kept me on my toes and wanting more." --Jodi Lynn Anderson, New York Times bestselling author of TIGER LILY and the May Bird trilogy"With this second installment, Carter has hit her stride." --Kirkus Reviews on CAPTIVE (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"The plot twists and turns, with red herrings and a dynamic pace that will keep readers guessing." --School Library Journal on CAPTIVE (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"[T]he tempo is brisk, the tension is deeply felt, the protagonist is a great reader's proxy, and the villains are smooth and terrifying. Kitty is a brash, imperfect hero, and readers will root for her every step of the way. . . . Actions and plot twists will keep readers satisfied and waiting for more in the series." --School Library Journal on PAWN (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"Well-paced and readable." --Publishers Weekly on PAWN (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"An engaging heroine to root for . . . and a page-turner full of twists and turns. Readers will look forward to the next book in the anticipated trilogy." --Booklist on PAWN (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"A fresh take on the Greek myths adds sparkle to this romantic fable." --Cassandra Clare, New York Times bestselling co-author of THE IRON TRIAL, on The Goddess Test "Readers of fantasy will savor this new series; the theme of good versus evil will satisfy those middle grade readers with an insatiable hunger for superhero kids . . . The dark, suspenseful plot will keep readers eager for sequels. Highly recommended." School Library Connection"Simon Thorn is a hero worthy of a young Harry Potter, and readers are bound to be delighted." Booklist Online"Carter unveils a magical world full of amazement and adventure . . . A thrill from start to finish, the book will have readers eager to return to the magical world of Simon Thorn." Kirkus Reviews"Unique . . . unpredictable and entertaining . . . This title is likely to be popular with a whole zoo full of readers, and its ending leaves ample room for a sequel." School Library Journal"Torn loyalties, talking animals, and a cleverly re-imagined New York -- the twists and turns of Simon Thorn kept me on my toes and wanting more." Jodi Lynn Anderson, New York Times bestselling author of TIGER LILY and the May Bird trilogy"With this second installment, Carter has hit her stride." Kirkus Reviews on CAPTIVE (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"The plot twists and turns, with red herrings and a dynamic pace that will keep readers guessing." School Library Journal on CAPTIVE (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"[T]he tempo is brisk, the tension is deeply felt, the protagonist is a great reader's proxy, and the villains are smooth and terrifying. Kitty is a brash, imperfect hero, and readers will root for her every step of the way. . . . Actions and plot twists will keep readers satisfied and waiting for more in the series." School Library Journal on PAWN (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"Well-paced and readable." Publishers Weekly on PAWN (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"An engaging heroine to root for . . . and a page-turner full of twists and turns. Readers will look forward to the next book in the anticipated trilogy." Booklist on PAWN (The Blackcoat Rebellion)"A fresh take on the Greek myths adds sparkle to this romantic fable." Cassandra Clare, New York Times bestselling co-author of THE IRON TRIAL, on The Goddess Test" "Readers of fantasy will savor this new series; the theme of good versus evil will satisfy those middle grade readers with an insatiable hunger for superhero kids . . . The dark, suspenseful plot will keep readers eager for sequels. Highly recommended." "School Library Connection""Simon Thorn is a hero worthy of a young Harry Potter, and readers are bound to be delighted." "Booklist Online""Carter unveils a magical world full of amazement and adventure . . . A thrill from start to finish, the book will have readers eager to return to the magical world of Simon Thorn." "Kirkus Reviews""Unique . . . unpredictable and entertaining . . . This title is likely to be popular with a whole zoo full of readers, and its ending leaves ample room for a sequel." "School Library Journal""Torn loyalties, talking animals, and a cleverly re-imagined New York -- the twists and turns of Simon Thorn kept me on my toes and wanting more." Jodi Lynn Anderson, New York Times bestselling author of TIGER LILY and the May Bird trilogy"With this second installment, Carter has hit her stride." "Kirkus Reviews on CAPTIVE (The Blackcoat Rebellion)""The plot twists and turns, with red herrings and a dynamic pace that will keep readers guessing." "School Library Journal on CAPTIVE (The Blackcoat Rebellion)""[T]he tempo is brisk, the tension is deeply felt, the protagonist is a great reader's proxy, and the villains are smooth and terrifying. Kitty is a brash, imperfect hero, and readers will root for her every step of the way. . . . Actions and plot twists will keep readers satisfied and waiting for more in the series." "School Library Journal on PAWN (The Blackcoat Rebellion)""Well-paced and readable." "Publishers Weekly on PAWN (The Blackcoat Rebellion)""An engaging heroine to root for . . . and a page-turner full of twists and turns. Readers will look forward to the next book in the anticipated trilogy." "Booklist on PAWN (The Blackcoat Rebellion)""A fresh take on the Greek myths adds sparkle to this romantic fable." Cassandra Clare, New York Times bestselling co-author of THE IRON TRIAL, on The Goddess Test"
