“Justin could almost see her face as she held out her ivory hand beckoning him to come to her. Who was this mysterious creature, and why was it always the same dream? It was the summer of Justin’s fifteenth birthday and his dreams were about to become reality. Justin Willows was born with a very special gift. He had a unique ability with his sketching and painting to capture nature, particularly the oceans, unlike anything the world had seen before. He was about to embark on an adventure that would change his life and lead him on a crusade to protect the oceans and all of the mysteries they held.” ~Annabel Sheila
This is the most uplifting and well-told tale I have had the pleasure of reading in a very long time. We begin with a “chance” meeting between a 15-year-old boy and a mermaid named Marina. And it gets ever better and richer as we follow the life of Justin as he carries Marina's dire message forward to the masses through his compelling artwork. Threading through all this is a childhood friendship which comes to full bloom in the final chapter. In this story, everyone does live happily ever after, and I found this to be very refreshing. Annabel Sheila writes with clarity and the reader is drawn ever forward as this story unfolds to a very satisfying conclusion. A must-read for anyone who cares about the wellness of planet Earth, and about good endings. ~Reviewed by Ted L Glines
Even your reviews are worded so well Ted. I take it this is adult level reading? I wonder if I could adapt it to my better 5th graders. The subject would catch them!
So now I know 1 book to take on my vacation to the beach!
Considering that the average reading level of Americans is (surprisingly) 8th grade, your 5th graders could handle this with only a bit of prompting. Nancy writes at the level of her readers, so it would not stretch my imagination to see this book on the 5th and 6th grade reading list. One thing I love about this book is the way it teaches the wonder of having a goal which is larger than self, and using natural talents to triumph. And, after you have read it, little things will stick in your mind, like Shannon's one red rose. Nuff said
Nancy - we have a new link for your book. Go to http://lovehorrorhumorhistory.com/ - scroll down to "Recommended". When visitor clicks on your book title, they will come to its review on FFP (right here) and may further click on its Amazon.com sales listing. This may help promote your book (FFP too)
The copyright of all posts on this forum belong to the individual authors.
All other material on this website is
Copyright 2006 - 2010 by Family Friend Poems.com
New Forum Posts via Email 
Annabel Sheila - Sketches of Destiny
Topic Locked
| Join the Forum to Rate this Topic at: 
Posted - 07/30/2008 : 03:52:32 AM
